AFG
Members of Congress are urged to sign a letter that would include AFG and SAFER in an upcoming “must pass” funding bill
The message: Authorize full funding for the USFA plus the AFG and SAFER grant programs
AFG 2023 is open — download this guide now for your best chance of success at receiving AFG funding for PPE
The bill, which is expected to go to the president by the end of the year, means funding for the AFG programs may continue into the next decade
The Center for Firefighter Injury Research and Safety Trends will work with the Metro Chiefs on the project to advance diversity, equity and inclusion efforts
S. 4882 also increases funding for the USFA to $95 million and repeals the sunset provision for AFG and SAFER
FEMA’s waiver was accepted, meaning 2021 grantees will not be required to follow the BABAA requirements until January 2023
Grants are the lifeline of the volunteer fire service so it’s essential we set ourselves up for success in the application process
Fire service leaders, now is your chance to help improve FEMA’s AFG and SAFER grant programs
H.R. 2471, the FY 2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act, also includes $360 million each for AFG and SAFER programs
It’s one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in the fire service
There are several ways to help AFG and SAFER funding reach more volunteer and rural fire departments
The Vermont senator met with fire and EMS members in January to hear their concerns brought on by the pandemic
The application periods for AFG, SAFER and FP&S grants close soon
Use this expert guide to help you apply for and win AFG funding for your communications project
FEMA has made significant updates to criteria and priorities for PPE and other key categories
Eligible regional activities under AFG are Vehicle Acquisition, Training, Equipment, Wellness and Fitness, and PPE activities
Detailing the implications of the Executive Orders on fire departments that have received AFG, SAFER and FP&S funding
Kennebunk Fire Rescue will also use a $20K AFG grant to purchase new vehicle equipment
Detailing grant programs that focus on an agency’s specific needs as it navigates through an ongoing pandemic and budget shortfalls
The City of Seminole received the $782,727 FEMA grant on July 30, and the county is required to contribute 10% for a total of $861,001
In a 20-year span, FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program has provided more than $1.1 billion in those three states
Whether new or used, apparatus costs are skyrocketing, and departments need to develop a plan
A total of $393,186 was awarded to the LCFD through the Assistance to Firefighter Grant by FEMA, of which the city must match 10%, or $39,320
Even though ARP funds may not reach local governments for several months, you should start your efforts now if you are going to be successful
With AFG awards around the corner, you may be asked to clarify some points before learning your fate
What are your fire department’s obligations and options when it comes to meeting FEMA’s requirement for EHP?
Know the program priorities, application details, and eligibility requirements for both hiring and recruitment and retention activities
‘High-priority’ PPE does not always include gear deemed obsolete and/or out of compliance with current standards
Fire, EMS, police and 911 departments in Porter County are collaborating to apply for funding for the more efficient alerting system
King was selected for his work on the front lines of many legislative efforts in support of America’s firefighters and EMS personnel
How to determine how far your application proceeded in the process so you can improve future applications
Volunteer and combination departments have a second opportunity to secure COVID-19 PPE-related funding
