Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety opens grant funds to help reduce injuries and fatalities

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- One Missouri program aims to help reduce injuries and fatalities on the road through grant funds.

The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety (NWMCRS) has opened applications for agencies and organizations across northwest Missouri to apply for grants for highway and safety resources.

According to the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety, reports show 39 fatalities within 16 out of 20 counties in northwest Missouri in 2024.

In 2025, there have been 16 fatalities so far.

Applications for grant-funding will be open through the end of day on Friday, June 27.

Grant information and eligibility requirements include:

• Grant requests may not exceed $5,000.
• Organizations eligible to apply for these funds include schools, community groups, law enforcement, health departments and more.
• The program must address at least one of the emphasis areas identified in the Show-Me Zero strategic highway safety plan. These include occupant protection, distracted driving, speed and aggressive driving and impaired driving. More information can be found at: https://www.savemolives.com/mcrs/show-me-zero.
• Grant funds are through reimbursement only.
  • For grants awarded, all reimbursement requests must be submitted no later than May 31, 2026.
• Grant guidelines and online application can be found at https://www.savemolives.com/mcrs/Northwest-Region.

For more information regarding grant applications, contact Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety Chairperson Larry Stobbs (816) 261-8275.