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Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Assistance to Firefighters Grants program provides funding to fire departments and emergency medical services agencies to acquire personal protective equipment, emergency response vehicles, and fund health, wellness, and resiliency initiatives.
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Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program | FEMA. gov Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program Fire safety grants fund critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance efficiencies and support community resilience. FY2025 Fire Grants Funding Notices Released FY 2025 AFG, SAFER, and FP&S application periods open Tuesday, May 19, at 9 a.
m. ET and close Monday, June 22 at 5 p. m.
ET. Post-award resources are coming soon. Applicants not selected will receive a letter with additional information regarding the selection process, addressed to their authorized organization representative(s).
Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) FY 2025 AFG Application Period: Opening May 19, 2026 Since 2001, AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed resources necessary for protecting the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards.
Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) FY 2025 SAFER Application Period: Opening May 19, 2026 SAFER grants fund fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations directly to help them increase capacity in their communities.
Fire Prevention & Safety Grants FY 2025 FP&S Application Period: Opening May 19, 2026 Fire Prevention & Safety (FP&S) grants support projects that enhance the safety of the public and firefighters from fire and related hazards.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program - COVID-19 Supplemental FY 2020 Application Period: CLOSED The CARES Act authorized $100 million for the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) and related supplies for our nation’s first responders. Submit, approve and manage FEMA grants on our platform, FEMA GO , or view our FEMA GO user guides to learn more. Understand the rules related to SAM.
gov registration, environmental and historic preservation, and managing your grant. Semi-Annual Performance Report Assistance to Firefighters Grant Programs recipients are expected to submit a performance report every six months. View the current workshop and webinar schedule .
Find tutorials for grant administration, closeout awards, bid specifications and creating a FEMA GO account. Frequently Asked Questions Find answers to frequently asked questions related to to frequently asked questions related to AFG. Visit the Assistance to Firefighters Grants library to read success stories of grant funding in action.
Contact the AFG Program Help Desk toll-free at 866-274-0960, or send an email . Fire Program Specialists in FEMA’s regions respond to questions about the program and conduct grant monitoring activities. View regional contacts .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Fire departments and emergency medical services agencies are eligible. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $291.6 million total nationwide Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 22, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The AFG Program provides critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. It funds activities such as training, equipment (including communication devices like radios, pagers, and mobile data terminals), personal protective equipment (PPE), wellness and fitness initiatives, and modifications to facilities.
State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) provides funding to support the implementation of risk-driven, capabilities-based State Homeland Security Strategies to address capability targets. The goal is to support statewide and state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments in building, enhancing, and sustaining capabilities to prevent, prepare for, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism. This includes investments in physical security, surveillance, and potentially AI technology as part of broader security strategies.
Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program is sponsored by DHS Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) and FEMA. This program provides funding to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments; nonprofits; and institutions of higher education to establish or enhance capabilities to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. This includes funding for prevention programs, preparedness initiatives, and modern technologies that enhance situational awareness.
Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This program provides funding for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments; nonprofits; and institutions of higher education to establish or enhance capabilities to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. It supports the development of sustainable, multidisciplinary prevention capabilities in local communities, piloting innovative prevention approaches, and identifying prevention best practices. Behavioral threat assessment and management (BTAM) is an evidence-based and systematic process to identify, inquire, assess, and manage potential threats.
Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3). This program provides funding for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments; nonprofits; and institutions of higher education to establish or enhance capabilities to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. It is the only federal grant program solely dedicated to helping local communities develop and strengthen their capabilities in this area.