SAFER grant
Santa finally shares news about AFG, SAFER and Fire Prevention & Safety grant programs
Prevention, increased demands and community awareness are what the Woodland Fire Department will address over five years
A SAFER grant will help the Haverhill Fire Department will fund a new ladder truck and increase staffing
A Hackensack spokesman said the application mistakenly called for funding for 12 firefighters, not the five positions the city council approved
The new positions will help fill staffing gaps on Frederick County engine and ladder truck crews
“This funding will allow Maine firefighters to acquire updated equipment,” Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King said jointly
Four common retention pitfalls, plus simple solutions for improving department culture and keeping firefighters happy
A SAFER grant will cover the new crewmembers’ salaries for three years
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
It’s one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in the fire service
Download this free guide for tips to help you and your department craft a successful grant application
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
$560 million is available for fire department hiring activities, plus recruitment and retention – a funding level not seen in over a decade
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
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
The Ogdensburg union has fought to restore the department to a minimum of 24 members following budget cuts and layoffs
Know the program priorities, application details, and eligibility requirements for both hiring and recruitment and retention activities
The new hires will help the Parma Fire Department restore staffing numbers after several retirements
The Consolidated Appropriations Act does not include COVID-19 aid for state and local governments, but does include provisions to help fire and EMS
Coronavirus response dominates Second Session; suicide, LODD benefits pass
King was selected for his work on the front lines of many legislative efforts in support of America’s firefighters and EMS personnel
Chief Gary Ludwig asks first responders to email senators about passing public safety provisions in the HEROES Act
Facing mounting fiscal challenges, many departments are forced to eliminate or reduce training, fire prevention, travel and physicals
Chief Gary Ludwig testified before a House committee, detailing how legislative efforts have helped fire and EMS personnel – and where shortcomings remain
The Act provides $150 billion for a Coronavirus Relief Fund to make payments to local governments
The $1 million grant will enable the agency to increase from six to 12 full-time firefighter-medics and rely less on volunteers
Detailing key changes to the latest grant application process
USFA would receive nearly $3 million in additional funding, while AFG and SAFER programs would be cut by more than $10 million
