Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 14 GPD 044 000 98
Apply for DHS 14 GPD 044 000 98
- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant Program (FP" 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 Jan 6, 2015 and posted on Jan 6, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Close date will be provided when the application period is set.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,400,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 100 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- Fire Departments
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Fire Prevention and Safety (FPS) Grant Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), specifically under FEMA's Grants Programs Directorate. FPS is offered as a component of FEMA's broader Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The core goal is straightforward: improve safety for both the general public and firefighters by reducing harm associated with fires and fire-related hazards, and by advancing knowledge and tools that keep firefighters safer on the job.
FPS funding is organized around two main activity areas. The first is the Fire Prevention and Safety Activity category, which supports projects designed to reach high-risk target groups and reduce the incidence of deaths and injuries caused by fire and related hazards. In practice, this can include prevention and education efforts aimed at populations most vulnerable to fire risk, as well as community-focused strategies intended to change behaviors, increase awareness, and reduce preventable fire-related injuries. The second category is the Firefighter Safety Research and Development Activity, which funds research and development intended to improve firefighter safety. This can involve studies, testing, technology development, or other R&D work that leads to better protective approaches, safer operational practices, or improved equipment and methods, with the ultimate aim of lowering injuries and fatalities among firefighters.
The opportunity is identified by Funding Opportunity Number DHS 14 GPD 044 000 98, and it is associated with CFDA number 97.044 (Assistance to Firefighters Grant). FEMA anticipated making around 100 awards under this announcement, with an estimated total funding amount of $3,400,000. Individual awards can be as large as $1,500,000 (the award ceiling), and the award floor is listed as $0, meaning there is no stated minimum grant amount in the summary. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants should expect that some portion of project costs must be covered by non-federal sources, consistent with the program guidance.
Eligibility is broad and includes multiple types of applicants connected to fire prevention, fire services, and research. Eligible applicant types listed include city or township governments, county governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific nonprofit category), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and other applicants as clarified in the official eligibility details. The listing also notes eligibility information pointing to fire departments, indicating the program is closely tied to fire service needs and outcomes even when applicants include academic or nonprofit partners.
The posting and creation date for the opportunity is January 6, 2015, and the close date is not specified in the summary because it was to be provided when the application period was set. The archive date is September 30, 2015, which generally indicates when the announcement was slated to be removed from active listings. FEMA directs applicants to consult the program guidance document for the specific requirements, how applications are processed, and how proposals are evaluated for both prevention activities and firefighter safety R&D projects, since those details typically determine what is considered allowable, competitive, and measurable.
For official information and updates, FEMA points applicants to www.fema.gov/firegrants. For assistance accessing the full announcement or help with the application process, the FPS Help Desk is listed at (866) 274-0960 and firegrants@fema.gov.
FY 2014 Fire Prevention and Safety (FPS) Grant Program FAQs
What is the FY 2014 Fire Prevention and Safety (FPS) Grant Program?
The Fire Prevention and Safety (FPS) Grant Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), within FEMA's Grants Programs Directorate. FPS is offered as a component of FEMA's broader Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program.
What is the main purpose of FPS funding?
The core goal is to improve safety for both the general public and firefighters by reducing harm associated with fires and fire-related hazards, and by advancing knowledge and tools that help keep firefighters safer while performing their duties.
What activity areas does FPS fund?
FPS funding is organized into two main activity areas:
- Fire Prevention and Safety Activity: Supports projects designed to reach high-risk target groups and reduce deaths and injuries caused by fire and related hazards (often through prevention and education efforts and community-focused strategies).
- Firefighter Safety Research and Development Activity: Supports research and development intended to improve firefighter safety (including studies, testing, technology development, or other R&D efforts aimed at reducing firefighter injuries and fatalities).
What kinds of projects fit under the Fire Prevention and Safety Activity category?
Projects in this category are described as those that reach high-risk target groups and reduce the incidence of deaths and injuries caused by fire and related hazards. The summary notes that this can include prevention and education efforts for populations most vulnerable to fire risk, as well as community-focused strategies intended to change behaviors, increase awareness, and reduce preventable fire-related injuries.
What kinds of projects fit under the Firefighter Safety Research and Development Activity category?
This category supports research and development intended to improve firefighter safety. The announcement describes eligible concepts broadly, including studies, testing, technology development, and other R&D work leading to better protective approaches, safer operational practices, or improved equipment and methods, with the aim of lowering injuries and fatalities among firefighters.
Which federal agency administers the FPS program?
The FPS program is administered by FEMA (under DHS), specifically under FEMA's Grants Programs Directorate.
How does FPS relate to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program?
FPS is offered as a component of FEMA's broader Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this FPS announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 14 GPD 044 000 98.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA number 97.044, which corresponds to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG).
How many awards did FEMA anticipate making under this announcement?
FEMA anticipated making around 100 awards under this announcement.
What is the estimated total amount of funding available?
The estimated total funding amount listed is $3,400,000.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is listed as $1,500,000.
Is there a minimum grant amount (award floor)?
The award floor is listed as $0, meaning there is no stated minimum grant amount in the summary.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. The summary states that a cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants should expect that some portion of project costs must be covered by non-federal sources, consistent with the program guidance.
Who is eligible to apply for the FPS grant?
Eligibility is broad and includes multiple types of applicants connected to fire prevention, fire services, and research. Eligible applicant types listed include:
- City or township governments
- County governments
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific nonprofit category)
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Other applicants as clarified in the official eligibility details
Are fire departments part of the eligibility picture?
Yes. The eligibility information points to fire departments and notes the program is closely tied to fire service needs and outcomes, even when applicants include academic or nonprofit partners.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting and creation date listed is January 6, 2015.
What is the application close date?
The close date is not specified in the summary and was to be provided when the application period was set.
What does the archive date mean for this opportunity?
The archive date is listed as September 30, 2015, which generally indicates when the announcement was slated to be removed from active listings.
Where can applicants find the official program guidance and requirements?
FEMA directs applicants to consult the program guidance document for specific requirements, how applications are processed, and how proposals are evaluated for both prevention activities and firefighter safety R&D projects.
Where can applicants find official information and updates?
FEMA points applicants to www.fema.gov/firegrants for official information and updates.
Who can applicants contact for help with the announcement or application process?
Applicants can contact the FPS Help Desk at (866) 274-0960 or email firegrants@fema.gov for assistance accessing the full announcement or help with the application process.
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