Child Passenger Safety Education and Assistance Program
This initiative aims to reduce child passenger injuries and fatalities by partnering with eligible organizations to ensure that low-income families are equipped with the correct car seat and that caregivers are educated on proper installation and use.
Through this program, eligible organizations may request car seats to distribute to families in need. These seats must be properly installed by a certified Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician. The program is funded by federal grants awarded to OGR by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Eligibility:
To qualify, an applicant must:
• Be a Massachusetts municipal or state agency, a not-for-profit hospital, or a 501(c)(3) organization serving children and/or families;
• Have at least one certified CPS Technician on staff who is currently performing in-person car seat checks;
• Meet all additional eligibility criteria outlined in the Solicitation of Applications.
Organizations interested in becoming certified can learn more about training opportunities to become a CPS Technician.
Key Dates:
• Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or until August 31, 2025, whichever comes first.
• Note: Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Apply Here: https://www.mass.gov/.../child-passenger-safety-education...