The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is announcing the application process for the fiscal year 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. This program provides grants to fire departments, nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies to improve the health and safety of first responders. The application period ran from November 12, 2024, to December 20, 2024, and $291.6 million is available for award distribution. Applicants are evaluated based on financial need, project description, cost-benefit analysis, and the impact on daily operations.
Simple Explanation
FEMA has some money to help firefighters and emergency helpers get things they need to stay safe while doing their jobs. They have rules about who can get the money and what it can be used for, like fixing problems that someone might have if they don't have enough money to share costs.