Description
The Fiscal Year 2023 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible fire departments and organizations for fire prevention programs and firefighter health and safety research and development. The program has two activity areas: Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) and Research and Development (R&D). The FP&S activity provides funding for projects such as community risk reduction, wildfire risk reduction, code enforcement, and fire and arson investigation. The R&D activity provides funding for research and development projects that improve firefighter safety, health, or well-being. The program has a total available funding of $36 million and is expected to award 100 grants with a maximum award amount of $1,500,000. Key information for applicants includes the eligibility criteria, application and submission information, and the review and selection process.
• Eligible applicants include fire departments, national, regional, state, local, tribal, and non-profit organizations.
• The application period starts on March 11, 2024, and the submission deadline is April 12, 2024.
• The review and selection process includes a peer review panel and a technical evaluation process.
• The program has specific requirements for maintenance and sustainment, taxes, fees, levies, and assessments, and excess funds.
• Recipients are required to submit reports and maintain records, and FEMA may request documentation and conduct audits.