The FLAMES award is designed for master's and doctoral students in the U.S. studying wildland fire and related sciences. It aims to connect students with fire management practices and policy relevance, offering experiential learning and career development opportunities. Students must propose a new research project that complements their thesis or dissertation and aligns with JFSP's mission.
Who it's for: This grant is for current master's and doctoral students in the U.S. who are studying wildland fire and related fields such as physical, biological, and social sciences. The students should be enrolled in colleges or universities within the U.S.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to JFSP's mission and goals
- Research topics not listed in the specified areas
- Proposals submitted after September 17, 2026
- Proposals not submitted through the JFSP website
What You May Need
- A new, unfunded research project proposal
- Approval from your graduate advisor or committee
- A plan for practical experience in fire management
- Participation in JFSP virtual meetings
- Development of a management-relevant product
Cautions
- Proposals must be submitted via the JFSP website, not Grants.gov
- Strict deadline with no exceptions
- Research must align with JFSP's mission and specified topics
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include current master's and doctoral students enrolled at U.S. colleges or universities in fields related to wildland fire. The research must be related to JFSP's mission and address topics like fuels management, changing fire environments, emissions, fire effects, or human dimensions of fire management.
Overview
This grant is for current master's and doctoral students in the U.S. who are studying wildland fire and related fields such as physical, biological, and social sciences. The students should be enrolled in colleges or universities within the U.S.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to JFSP's mission and goals
- Research topics not listed in the specified areas
- Proposals submitted after September 17, 2026
- Proposals not submitted through the JFSP website
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support the student's research project, including activities that enhance exposure to fire management practices and policy relevance. This may include attending workshops, field tours, or developing management-relevant products.
Total Program Funding
$500,000
Expected Awards
12
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 17, 2026(4 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 17, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jul 15, 2026
Application Checklist
- Develop a new research project proposal
- Ensure project aligns with JFSP mission and goals
- Get approval from your graduate advisor or committee
- Plan for practical fire management experience
- Prepare to attend JFSP virtual meetings
- Submit proposal via JFSP website by September 17, 2026