Fiscal Year 2024 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program
ID: 359058Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA (DHS-DHS)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359058

Additional Information

https://www.fema.gov/grants/preparedness/firefighters
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is offering the Fiscal Year 2024 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program, aimed at enhancing public and firefighter safety. This program will provide approximately $32.4 million in funding, with awards expected to support around 100 projects, including a maximum federal share of $1.5 million for general projects and $600,000 for early career investigator applicants. The FP&S Grant Program emphasizes proactive fire prevention and research initiatives, focusing on activities that mitigate fire-related hazards and improve firefighter safety. Interested applicants, including fire departments and academic institutions, must submit their applications between May 23, 2025, and July 3, 2025, with awards anticipated by August 18, 2025. For further information, applicants can contact the FEMA GO Help Desk at 1-877-585-3242 or via email at femago@fema.dhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    femago@fema.dhs.gov
    Files
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    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), announces the Fiscal Year 2024 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program, aimed at enhancing public and firefighter safety. The program has an expected total funding of $32.4 million and plans to issue around 100 awards, with a maximum federal share of $1.5 million for general projects and $600,000 for early career investigator applicants. The application period runs from May 23, 2025, to July 3, 2025, with awards anticipated by August 18, 2025. Eligible entities include fire departments and academic or research organizations focused on fire prevention and firefighter health. Projects must align with specified categories, such as Community Risk Reduction or Clinical Studies, and require a 5% non-federal cost share. The application process includes various submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and specific documentation guidelines to ensure proper assessment and funding allocation. Performance measures will be monitored throughout the grant period, ensuring recipients meet outlined goals. Overall, the FP&S grant program emphasizes proactive fire prevention and research initiatives, fostering safer communities and enhancing firefighter welfare.
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