MEM: Safety Grants

MEM: Safety Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Missouri Employers Mutual Insurance Company
Amount: US $500 - US $10,000
Last Updated: March 22, 2026

Summary

The MEM Safety Grants program, offered by Missouri Employers Mutual, provides critical funding to enhance workplace safety. With one-to-one matching funds available from $500 to $10,000, it supports policyholders in acquiring necessary safety equipment. Applications are accepted year-round, with decisions made monthly. To qualify, applicants must maintain an active policy and clearly demonstrate the need for safety improvements. This initiative aims to foster safer work environments across Missouri, reflecting the company’s commitment to worker safety.

Overview

NOTE: We will accept grant applications on an ongoing basis and either approve or decline requests the following month. The application decision date may be extended due to high application volume. Once the safety grant budget has been depleted for the year, we will stop accepting applications until the following January. In January, we will reconvene the application process and reset available safety grant funds. To view the amount of funding remaining at any point in the year, visit the grant website. About Missouri Employers Mutual is more than simply your insurer – we’re your workers compensation partner. How do we do it? We’re focused on one thing: work comp insurance. Since 1995, we have been working hard for employers in Missouri, proving our commitment to helping our policyholders save lives and money by promoting safe workplaces across the state. Safety Grants We believe funding should never stand in the way of keeping people safe. That’s why we created the MEM Safety Grant program. MEM policyholders can apply for a grant to purchase and install equipment that enhances safety in the workplace. Our safety grants provide one-to-one matching funds. That means for every dollar you spend on an approved project, we’ll match it – helping you double your investment on your most important and impactful safety projects. Applications are reviewed by our safety and risk experts based on the following criteria: Potential impact on the exposure Appropriateness of the intervention Frequency of use Claims history and claims potential Funding MEM wants to help your safety investment go further. For every $1 you’re willing to invest, we’ll match it for approved safety initiatives from $500 to $10,000 for those selected to receive an award. Please see FAQs for additional guidelines.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Safety Grant program is available to all MEM policyholders, regardless of claims history.To receive a safety grant, you must:Have an active MEM policy from the application date through the award date. Be current on all balances owed to MEM. Demonstrate the need for specific safety intervention through a properly completed application. Have not reached the maximum of $10,000 during the current calendar year.MEM Safety Grant funds may be used to purchase ergonomic, safety, and/or industrial hygiene equipment directly impacting the safety of your employees. The requested item(s) should address your experienced claims or one of your greatest exposures.Be prepared to share specific information, such as:Current safety concerns Photos/videos of how work is currently being done Claims data related to injury type Training plan for proposed equipment Specific information on requested items, including a vendor quote You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Those applying for the grant need to be MEM policyholders.

Ineligibility

Safety grants may not be used for:Any purchases prior to the application submission date (ordered, received, paid)Rented or leased equipmentThe expense of testing or trying out equipment (equipment for the purpose of training may be considered)Professional consultants or training or safety videosSalaries, wages, internal labor, or the cost of preparing the applicationExtended warranties, subscription services or installation costsFirst aid supplies, AEDs, or fire extinguishersSmall PPE (gloves, glasses, vests, etc.)Building maintenance, signage, shelving, alarm systems or security camerasGPS, forward-only dash cameras, or traffic cones