The Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program is designed to improve public and firefighter safety by funding projects that prevent fire-related injuries and deaths or enhance firefighter safety through research. This grant is managed by FEMA and offers up to $1.5 million per award.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations such as Native American tribal organizations, public and private colleges and universities, city or township governments, and county governments. It's also open to other unspecified entities, which means a wide range of organizations can apply.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Incomplete application
- Ineligible organization type
- Missing required documentation
- Late submission
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Cost-sharing plan
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support
- Research methodology (if applicable)
- Registration with FEMA's grant system
Cautions
- Cost sharing is required
- Strict application deadline
- Ensure eligibility before applying
- Follow the program guidance document closely
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include Native American tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, city or township governments, and county governments. The grant is also open to other unspecified entities, indicating a broad eligibility scope.
Overview
This grant is for organizations such as Native American tribal organizations, public and private colleges and universities, city or township governments, and county governments. It's also open to other unspecified entities, which means a wide range of organizations can apply.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Incomplete application
- Ineligible organization type
- Missing required documentation
- Late submission
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for projects that target high-risk groups to prevent fire-related injuries and deaths, or for research and development activities that improve firefighter safety.
Total Program Funding
$32,400,000
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 22, 2026(9 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 22, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify organizational eligibility
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Outline a cost-sharing plan
- Gather financial statements
- Obtain letters of support
- Register with FEMA's grant system
- Submit application by the deadline