Fiscal Year 2024 State Fire Training Systems Grant
ID: 354707Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA (DHS-DHS)

Award Range

$0 - $20K

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354707
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through FEMA, is offering the Fiscal Year 2024 State Fire Training Systems Grant to enhance fire training efficiency across states. This grant program aims to support state fire training agencies by funding the delivery of over 200 training courses and providing essential materials to facilitate these programs, with each state eligible to receive up to $20,000. The initiative is crucial for improving safety and reducing fire-related risks, focusing on leadership, incident management, and community risk reduction. Applications will be accepted from June 5, 2024, to July 5, 2024, with a total funding amount of $1 million and awards expected to be announced by September 13, 2024. Interested applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered with SAM.gov, and can reach out to the FEMA GO Help Desk at femago@fema.dhs.gov for assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    femago@fema.dhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY 24 FEMA SFTSG Revised NOFO as of 6-6-24 Final.pdf
    FY.pdf
    The FY 2024 State Fire Training Systems Grant, issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and FEMA, provides $1 million to enhance fire training efficiency across states. The program aims to support state fire training agencies by funding the delivery of more than 200 training courses, as well as materials that facilitate these programs. Eligible applicants include state fire training systems identified by state legislation or gubernatorial declaration. Each state can receive up to $20,000 to enhance safety and reduce fire-related risks through training objectives focusing on leadership, incident management, and community risk reduction. Applications will be accepted from June 5, 2024, to July 5, 2024, with awards announced by September 13, 2024. Applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered with SAM.gov before applying. Priority is given to projects that demonstrate sustainability in fire service education and its impact on public safety. Overall, this grant reinforces FEMA's mission to promote preparedness and resiliency within the emergency response community.
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