Updated AFG 2012 Calendar
Here is the latest news from FEMA on fire grants and awards. NOTE: All information, including dates and projected application periods are subject to change. … Read More
Fire Grant News
Updated USFA Manual on Funding Alternatives for Emergency Medical and Fire Services
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) recently published the 2012 update of the publication, Funding Alternatives for Emergency Medical and Fire Services. This updated document includes … Read More
May a Grantee Use an AFG-Funded Vehicle as Collateral for a Loan?
FEMA has been answering fire grant questions. In this latest installment, FEMA addresses the issue of AFG-funded vehicles being used as loan collateral. FEMA says: … Read More
What FEMA Grantees Should Know About Desk Reviews and Onsite Financial Monitoring
Getting a grant is a victory, but it’s not the finish line. After you get the grant, a new set of work comes in to … Read More
Over $14.7 Million Awarded to 62 Fire Departments in Round 3 AFGP 2011 Fire Grant Awards
It’s an early Happy New Year for over 60 Fire Departments and Emergency Management Agencies nationwide. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced the … Read More
Over $19.7 Million Awarded to 128 Fire Departments in Round 2 AFGP 2011 Fire Grant Awards
Dec. 23, 2011 – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced the second award round for the 2011 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFGP). … Read More
Over $17.2 Million Awarded to 136 Fire Departments in Round 1 AFGP 2011 Fire Grant Awards
It’s an early Christmas for 136 Fire Departments and Emergency Services Agencies across the U.S. On Dec. 16, 2011, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) … Read More
9 First Responder Grants Clients Win $1,007,818 in Round 1 AFGP 2011 Fire Grant Award
Of the 136 Round 1 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFGP) winners announced Dec. 16, 2011, 9 were clients and grant writing training students of … Read More
U.S. Fire Administration Press Release: USFA, Justice Department Initiate Public Safety Emergency Vehicle Safety Study
October 24, 2011 – Emmitsburg, MD. – The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)/National Institute of Justice (NIJ), … Read More
AFGP Award Announcements Before Christmas?
AFG N0tice in Federal Register 2011 AFGP applicants are starting to receive 1199a forms, says Kurt Bradley, Consultant for First Responder Grants. Usually this indicates … Read More