The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program, a vital federal initiative, provides direct financial assistance to eligible entities. This grant is for fire departments, nonaffiliated Emergency Medical Service (EMS) organizations, and State Fire Training Academies (SFTA) to significantly enhance their operational capabilities. The primary purpose is to equip and train emergency personnel, ensuring they have the necessary resources and skills to respond effectively to incidents. By fostering interoperability and strengthening community resilience, the program aims to enhance the safety of both the public and emergency responders. This support is crucial for preparedness and response before, during, and after hazardous events, bolstering nationwide emergency response infrastructure.
Opportunity ID: 336440
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DHS-21-GPD-044-00-98 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Firefighting equipment, training, and wellness. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2500 |
| Assistance Listings: | 97.044 — Assistance to Firefighters Grant |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 05, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 05, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 16, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $414,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $9,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Fire Departments, State Fire Training Academies, Nonaffiliated Emergency Medical Services |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Homeland Security – FEMA |
| Description: |
The AFG program provides direct financial assistance to fire departments, nonaffiliated Emergency Medical Service (EMS) organizations and State Fire Training Academies (SFTA) to equip and train emergency personnel in order to foster interoperability, strengthen community resilience, and enhance the safety of the public and emergency responders before, during, and after hazardous events. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Program Guidance |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Systems and Business Support Branch
Email:GMD-Systems-Branch@fema.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 336440 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> FY21 AFG NOFO_Final.pdf
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