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Application period is October 1 – November 30, 2025. The stored deadline of 2026-11-30 likely refers to the next annual cycle. Award notification is after February 1, 2026.
"MFA Volunteer Fire Grant" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
MFA Volunteer Fire Grant is sponsored by MFA Incorporated Charitable Foundation (Administered by University of Missouri Fire and Rescue Training Institute (MU FRTI)). This grant provides funds to train and equip fire departments in rural areas of Missouri to save lives and protect property. Awards are distributed statewide across the nine state fire mutual aid regions.
Eligible uses include equipment and training.
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MFA Volunteer Fire Grant | MU Extension The University of Missouri Fire and Rescue Training Institute (MU FRTI) is conducting a statewide survey to assess the current training needs of Missouri’s fire service. The results will guide the development of targeted training initiatives and allow comparison of trends since the 2017 survey. We request one response per department, ideally reflecting the perspective of its leadership.
All individual and departmental information will remain confidential and reported only in aggregate. Findings will enable the development of a comprehensive report to establish benchmarks and set priorities for future training programs. Your organizations participation is critical to ensuring an accurate assessment and effective planning for Missouri’s fire service.
The survey is estimated to take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. You must complete the survey in a single session. MFA Incorporated has a long history of fulfilling donation requests made by fire departments across Missouri.
They have generously provided many fire departments with equipment and funding in the past. MU FRTI is happy to help MFA Incorporated by providing administrative oversight of this grant program. The MFA Volunteer Fire Grant focuses on addressing the needs of the fire service who will benefit the most.
While no fire department has all the funding necessary, rural fire departments often struggle the most. Depending on the availability of funds, the goal is to award grants to at least one recipient in each of the nine Fire Mutual Aid Regions in Missouri. It is a requirement of the grant for your agency to be registered with the Missouri Division of Fire Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal.
The MFA Volunteer Fire Grant is dedicated to providing funds that will benefit the fire service in Missouri. Application period: October 1–November 30, 2025 Award notifications: After February 1, 2026 Grant funds are available to train and equip fire departments in rural areas for the purpose of saving lives and protecting property. Grant funding will be awarded to approved projects with a maximum award of $2,000 and a minimum of $500.
Grant awards will be distributed statewide according to the nine, state fire mutual aid regions with the intention to award at least one per region. Eligible fire departments must be registered with the Office of the State Fire Marshall, according to statutory requirements (RSMo. 320.
271) and be current for the year of application. Awards must be current and not applied to any purchases made prior to award. Grants will be evaluated based on information submitted on the application.
Incomplete or illegible information will result in a lower ranking of the application. False or incorrect information will void the application. Projects must be completed within one year of award and proof of completion is required.
Completed applications must be submitted in one of the following methods: Apply online starting 10/1 (Please use subject: "MFA Grant Application [submitting department name]") MFA Fire Grant Application Applications postmarked or received after the deadline will not be considered for funding. Questions may be directed to frti@missouri. edu .
The MFA Volunteer Fire Grant review process consists of two parts. First, district directors from the Firefighters Association of Missouri (FFAM) and MU FRTI regional coordinators will review applications from their jurisdictions and score them accordingly. It is the intention that these individuals have a direct understanding of the needs of the department and will provide additional insight.
The final review will be conducted by a committee comprised of the MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute, the Firefighters Association of Missouri, the Missouri Division of Fire Safety and MFA Incorporated to determine final awardees. The department must have a current W9 on file with the University of Missouri. The form will be provided upon award of the grant for processing.
An award letter will be sent to successful applicants and require that they confirm receipt and agree to meet all requirements of the award. This will be confirmed with an authorized signature from the agency receiving the award. Award payments will be presented in person or via USPS as the department chooses.
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W9 form required on file with University of Missouri
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural fire departments in Missouri registered with the Office of the State Fire Marshal, with current registration for the application year. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500 to $2,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was November 30, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
MFA Volunteer Fire Grant is funded by MFA Incorporated Charitable Foundation (Administered by University of Missouri Fire and Rescue Training Institute (MU FRTI)). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Missouri. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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