Federal Grants are key resources used by local governments across the country to help provide essential funding and resources for their fire departments. According to FEMA, over $6B has been distributed to our nation’s fire departments since 2010 through these 3 core grant programs: Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), provide funding for things such as key operational and safety equipment, vehicles, and fire training; Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S), help fund important prevention and research initiatives; and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) represents the highest funded grant program and is dedicated to giving departments adequate resources towards hiring and recruitment…. CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING
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