FEMA: $648 Million Available for Firefighter and First Responder Grants, Apply by June 22
FEMA opened three firefighter and first responder funding opportunities totaling $648 million. Fire departments, EMS agencies, nonprofits, and eligible research institutions can apply by June 22, 2026.
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FEMA: $648 Million Available for Firefighter and First Responder Grants, Apply by June 22
FEMA has opened three grant opportunities totaling $648 million to help fire departments, EMS agencies, and first responder organizations buy equipment, hire staff, and improve firefighter safety.
What It Covers
- $291.6 million through Assistance to Firefighters Grants for protective equipment, emergency response vehicles, health, wellness, and resiliency projects.
- $324 million through SAFER for firefighter salaries, recruitment, and retention.
- $32.4 million through Fire Prevention and Safety grants for prevention work, safety projects, research, and clinical studies.
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include fire departments, EMS organizations, volunteer firefighter interest organizations, nonprofits, academic institutions, and research-oriented organizations, depending on the specific program.
How to Apply
- Application window: May 19, 2026 to June 22, 2026
- Apply: Review FEMA firefighter grant programs
- Source: FEMA announcement
Source: FEMA
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