Description
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Grants Programs Directorate is responsible for the implementation and administration of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Programs. The purpose of the AFG Program is to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The Grants Programs Directorate administers the Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grants as part of the AFG Program. FP&S offers grants to support activities in two categories: (1) activities designed to reach high-risk target groups and mitigate incidences of death and injuries caused by fire and fire-related hazards, and (2) research and development activities aimed at improving firefighter safety. The program guidance document provides potential applicants with the details of the requirements, processing, and evaluation of an application for financial assistance for both of these activity areas. Key points to consider:
* Eligible applicants include fire departments, national, regional, state, local, tribal, and non-profit organizations.
* The available funding for this NOFO is $46 million.
* The projected number of awards is 150.
* The period of performance is 12-36 months.
* The funding instrument type is a grant.
* Applicants must agree to maintain their aggregate expenditures relating to activities allowable under this NOFO at not less than 80% of the average amount of such expenditures in the two fiscal years prior to the fiscal year an FP&S Program grant is awarded.
* Recipient cost sharing is generally required, with eligible applicants agreeing to make available non-federal funds to carry out an FP&S Program award in an amount equal to not less than 5 percent of the grant award.
* The use of FEMA preparedness grant funds for the costs of repairs or replacement, as well as maintenance contracts, warranties, and user fees, may be allowable.