What does AFG mean in UNCLASSIFIED

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program provides critical funding for the purchase of items necessary for a community's firefighting capabilities. These items include professional training programs, personal protective gear, tools and tactical uniforms, Health and Safety equipment, communication systems, and specialized vehicles. AFG also supports Fire Prevention activities.

Eligibility is limited to state, county or municipal firefighters — city governments such as police departments cannot be listed as a principal applicant nor can any private organization be named an applicant or recipient of an AFG award. Additionally, all applicants must demonstrate necesity by completing a comprehensive needs assessment either through their own initiatives or with the assistance of an external provider accredited by FEMA.

In 2019 approximately 0 million was allocated in financial assistance across seven different categories. This represents a total of 6626 awards across these same categories and all 50 states plus Washington DC, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, American Samoa and North Mariana Islands were represented in recipients list

Submitting an application requires you provide evidence of your need through a Needs Assessment that demonstrates how the requested funds can address that need; a budget outlining how you plan to use those funds; evidence demonstrating compliance with pertinent legal regulations; a proposed project schedule; as well as any additional documents requested in order to complete your application packet.

Yes! There are free resources available for grant applicants provided by various nonprofit organizations and government entities such as FEMA which provides access to grant advisers who can provide guidance throughout your application process.