Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 12 GPD 004 000 99
Apply for DHS 12 GPD 004 000 99
- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.044 Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 11, 2012 and posted on Jun 11, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 6, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $285,625,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2,750,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1,400 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments County governments.
- Fire Departments and Non Affiliated Emergency Medical organizations
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Opportunity Summary:
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), specifically FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate. Its central purpose is to improve community and firefighter safety by providing financial support to address fire and fire-related hazards. In practical terms, the program is designed to help fire service organizations strengthen their capabilities, reduce risks to the public, and better protect firefighters through targeted investments supported by federal funds. FEMA emphasizes providing applicants with guidance and application tools, and the official materials for this opportunity include an overview of the program, instructions for applying, and an explanation of FEMA requirements associated with submitting a strong and compliant request.
For this funding cycle (Funding Opportunity Number DHS-12-GPD-004-000-99; CFDA 97.044), FEMA anticipated making about 1,400 awards with an estimated total funding amount of $285,625,000. Individual awards could range from $0 up to a ceiling of $2,750,000, depending on the applicant, the proposed project, and how the request aligns with program priorities and eligibility rules. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients should be prepared to contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources, as applicable under AFG rules.
Eligible applicants include fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service (EMS) organizations, with eligibility also spanning certain governmental and nonprofit entities. Specifically noted eligible applicant types include city or township governments, county governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and qualifying nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The official eligibility note highlights that the intended applicants are fire departments and non-affiliated EMS organizations, so prospective applicants should confirm that their organizational structure and mission fit AFG definitions before investing time in the application.
Key dates for the posted opportunity show it was posted and created on June 11, 2012, with an original and current closing date of July 6, 2012, and an archive date of August 5, 2012. Applicants looking for official program information and resources are directed to FEMA's fire grants webpage at www.fema.gov/firegrants. For help accessing the full announcement or troubleshooting application issues, the AFG Help Desk can be reached at 1-866-274-0960 or by email at firegrants@dhs.gov.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program FAQs
What is the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program?
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), specifically FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate. The program provides financial support intended to improve community and firefighter safety by helping address fire and fire-related hazards.
What is the main purpose of AFG funding?
The central purpose of the AFG Program is to improve community and firefighter safety. In practical terms, it supports targeted investments that help fire service organizations strengthen their capabilities, reduce risks to the public, and better protect firefighters.
Which federal agencies administer this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is administered by DHS through FEMA, specifically within FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate.
What are the official identifiers for this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number DHS-12-GPD-004-000-99 and CFDA 97.044.
How much total funding was anticipated for this cycle?
For this funding cycle, FEMA anticipated an estimated total funding amount of $285,625,000.
How many awards were anticipated?
FEMA anticipated making about 1,400 awards for this cycle.
What is the minimum and maximum award amount?
Individual awards could range from $0 up to a ceiling of $2,750,000. The actual award amount depends on the applicant, the proposed project, and how the request aligns with program priorities and eligibility rules.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients should be prepared to contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources, as applicable under AFG rules.
Who is eligible to apply for the AFG Program?
Eligible applicants include fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service (EMS) organizations. Eligibility also spans certain governmental and nonprofit entities, including city or township governments, county governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and qualifying nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education).
Are fire departments and non-affiliated EMS organizations the intended applicants?
Yes. The eligibility note highlights that the intended applicants are fire departments and non-affiliated EMS organizations, and prospective applicants are encouraged to confirm that their organizational structure and mission fit AFG definitions before investing time in an application.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible?
Yes, qualifying nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status are specifically noted as eligible (excluding institutions of higher education).
Are institutions of higher education eligible as nonprofits?
No. The eligibility note excludes institutions of higher education from the category of qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofits for this opportunity.
Are tribal governments eligible to apply?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are specifically listed as eligible applicant types.
Are local governments eligible to apply?
Yes. City or township governments and county governments are specifically noted as eligible applicant types.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 11, 2012 (and also shows a created date of June 11, 2012).
What was the application deadline for this posting?
The original closing date and current closing date listed for this opportunity were July 6, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed for this opportunity is August 5, 2012.
Where can applicants find official program information and resources?
Applicants are directed to FEMA's fire grants webpage at www.fema.gov/firegrants for official program information and resources.
What official materials are included for this opportunity?
The official materials include an overview of the program, instructions for applying, and an explanation of FEMA requirements associated with submitting a strong and compliant request.
Does FEMA provide guidance or tools for applicants?
Yes. FEMA emphasizes providing applicants with guidance and application tools as part of the program.
Who should be contacted for help with the announcement or application troubleshooting?
For help accessing the full announcement or troubleshooting application issues, applicants can contact the AFG Help Desk at 1-866-274-0960 or by email at firegrants@dhs.gov.
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