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Apply for a Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner Apply for a Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant This annual grant program is available for volunteer and career fire companies, emergency medical services, and rescue squads.
2025-2026 Grants Agreements are Now Available \r\n The 2025-2026 grant agreements are now available for those who applied for one during the open application period in September-October 2025. 2025-2026 Grants Agreements are Now Available The 2025-2026 grant agreements are now available for those who applied for one during the open application period in September-October 2025.
View the 2025-2026 Grant Calculation webinar materials Emergency medical services \n \n To maintain current and future fiscal year eligibility, your organization must continue report your incidents on a monthly basis via the Pennsylvania Fire Incident Reporting System .
Emergency medical services To maintain current and future fiscal year eligibility, your organization must continue report your incidents on a monthly basis via the Pennsylvania Fire Incident Reporting System .
\r\n Eligible organizationscan apply for grant funding for a combination of up to two projects in the following categories: Facilities : Construction and/or renovation of the fire company's or ambulance service’s facility and purchase or repair of fixtures and furnishings necessary to maintain or improve the capability of the company to provide fire, ambulance and rescue services.
Equipment : Purchase or repair of firefighting, ambulance, or rescue equipment. This includes the purchase of fuel for company vehicles. Debt Reduction : Debt reduction associated with the facility or equipment categories above.
Training : Training and certification of members. Training and Education : Materials regarding fire prevention for the general public. Career Departments Only : Overtime costs associated with backfilling positions while firefighters are attending training.
Recruitment and Retention : Including, but not limited to, volunteer firefighter length of service award programs and programs for minors. Construction Savings Account : For fire companies only. Apply for a grant for the purpose of constructing a new facility.
The grant funds shall be deposited into a construction savings account. The account will be administered by thecommissioner. A fire company may only apply for a grant for up to five years.
This project cannot be amended. Eligible organizationscan apply for grant funding for a combination of up to two projects in the following categories: Facilities : Construction and/or renovation of the fire company's or ambulance service’s facility and purchase or repair of fixtures and furnishings necessary to maintain or improve the capability of the company to provide fire, ambulance and rescue services.
Equipment : Purchase or repair of firefighting, ambulance, or rescue equipment. This includes the purchase of fuel for company vehicles. Debt Reduction : Debt reduction associated with the facility or equipment categories above.
Training : Training and certification of members. Training and Education : Materials regarding fire prevention for the general public. Career Departments Only : Overtime costs associated with backfilling positions while firefighters are attending training.
Recruitment and Retention : Including, but not limited to, volunteer firefighter length of service award programs and programs for minors. Construction Savings Account : For fire companies only. Apply for a grant for the purpose of constructing a new facility.
The grant funds shall be deposited into a construction savings account. The account will be administered by thecommissioner. A fire company may only apply for a grant for up to five years.
This project cannot be amended. \r\n Due to the US Fire Administration’s transition from NFIRS to NERIS and resulting impact to PennFIRS reporting , the monthly participation report will be available in both NFIRS and NERIS standards for PennFIRS compliance. Emergency Networking users must link their NERIS account to the ER software.
See important dates below for additional information. Due to the US Fire Administration’s transition from NFIRS to NERIS and resulting impact to PennFIRS reporting , the monthly participation report will be available in both NFIRS and NERIS standards for PennFIRS compliance. Emergency Networking users must link their NERIS account to the ER software.
See important dates below for additional information. \r\n \r\n August 1, 2025 \r\n Deadline for New Companies and Mergers \r\n September 5, 2025 \r\n Application period opens at 8 A. M.
\r\n October 24, 2025 \r\n Application period closes at 4 P. M. \r\n December 19, 2025 \r\n Office of the State Fire Commissioner approves or disapproves of all applications.
\r\nNotifications will be made after this date. \r\n May 31, 2026 \r\n Deadline for submission of 2025-26 FCEMS Grant Agreements. \r\n July 31, 2026 \r\n Deadline for transmission of 2025-26 FCEMS Grant Agreements for award disbursement.
\r\n September 1, 2026 \r\n The deadline for submitting your electronic Final Report is 4 P. M. \r\n \r\n"}}"> Deadline for New Companies and Mergers Application period opens at 8 A.
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Office of the State Fire Commissioner approves or disapproves of all applications. Notifications will be made after this date. Deadline for submission of 2025-26 FCEMS Grant Agreements.
Deadline for transmission of 2025-26 FCEMS Grant Agreements for award disbursement. The deadline for submitting your electronic Final Report is 4 P. M.
Deadline to Submit Grant Agreements \n Grant software now uses the statewide Keystone ID login. Review our Keystone ID Guide to learn how to: Create a Keystone ID Login if you don’t already have one. They can be used for other Pennsylvania services.
Create a new profile in our new OSFC grant software, Egrants. Add an existing 24/25 application to your E-grants profile (Only needs to be done for 24/25 applications). Reset your Keystone ID password.
Grant software now uses the statewide Keystone ID login. Review our Keystone ID Guide to learn how to: Create a Keystone ID Login if you don’t already have one. They can be used for other Pennsylvania services.
Create a new profile in our new OSFC grant software, Egrants. Add an existing 24/25 application to your E-grants profile (Only needs to be done for 24/25 applications). Reset your Keystone ID password.
How To Change A Contact (PDF) FCEMS Grant Webinar (PDF) \r\n The opening date for the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program was on September 6th and closed on October 23rd. The opening date for the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program was on September 6th and closed on October 23rd.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Fire companies, emergency medical services, and rescue squads in Pennsylvania. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies by application Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is May 31, 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.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
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.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The NSGP provides funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of a terrorist attack. It aims to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program provides financial assistance directly to eligible fire departments, nonaffiliated emergency medical service (EMS) organizations, and State Fire Training Academies (SFTAs). The goal is to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. Reimbursement for grant writing fees is possible if included in the application budget and competitively procured.
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.