NIPSCO accepting applications for Public Safety Education & Training Action Grant

Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation, is now accepting applications for its Public Safety Education and Training Grant. Now in its ninth year, the program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations and first responders to expand public safety education and training efforts across northern Indiana.

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 are available. Applications will be accepted through July 31, with recipients to be announced in August.

“Safety is a top priority at NIPSCO and at the foundation of everything we do,” said Rick Calinski, Director of Public Affairs and Economic Development. “This grant reflects our commitment to working with local organizations and first responders to expand access to critical safety training and ensure communities are better prepared for everyday risks and unexpected emergencies.”

Since launching in 2018, the grant has supported more than 130 safety education programs and training initiatives, strengthening skills and awareness among both the public and first responders. In 2025, grant funding supported programs such as youth fire prevention workshops in Elkhart, CPR class in Hebron and lithium-ion battery emergencies training in Huntington County.

Grant opportunities will include, but are not limited to, community and youth public safety education programming, training for first responders, police and fire department, fire and carbon monoxide safety programs, education, training in the prevention of damage to underground natural gas lines and child-related safety education.

Grant funding is not intended to cover the purchase of equipment other than tools needed to support public safety education programs and training.

Organizations with a mission to support public safety education and training must apply online through NIPSCO’s Your Cause portal.

Documents to submit with a grant request include:

• Defined project goals

• Defined alignment with project and community priorities

• Detailed project description including amount requested, scope of project and community impact

• Overview of how support will be recognized (press release, social media, website etc.) and how it will benefit your organization

To learn more and apply, please visit NIPSCO.com/SafetyGrant.