World Cup Support

 The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring millions of visitors and generate tens of billions of dollars in economic activity across US host cities. In preparation for the “largest sporting event in history,” the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have released grant funding to ensure it is also the safest event possible. The DHS grants will be available to the nine states and the National Capital Region hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 and other National Special Security Events (NSSEs), with a focus on activities related to countering unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS). The FEMA grants will be available to the 11 US World Cup hosts to support preparedness activities like training and exercises, cybersecurity defense, as well as increased police and emergency response staff.

CNA has over 16 years of experience in planning for and supporting NSSEs and Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) events, including Presidential inau­gurations, national conventions, state funerals, and gatherings with global significance, such as G8, Global Health Security Ini­tiative, and UN meetings. CNA’s expertise applies to all phases of these special events, from planning and exercising to technical assistance, from real-time support to after-action reviews.