"The purpose of the AFG Program is to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards by providing direct financial assistance to eligible fire departments, nonaffiliated EMS organizations, and State Fire Training Academies (SFTA) for critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel to recognized standards, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. The purpose of the FP&S Grant Program is to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards by assisting fire prevention programs and supporting firefighter health and safety research and development."

"Under the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) grants programs, career and volunteer fire departments and other eligible organizations can receive funding through three different grants to:
•Enhance a fire department’s/safety organization’s ability to protect the health and safety of firefighters and the public.
•Assist fire prevention programs and support firefighter health and safety research and development.
•Increase or maintain the number of trained "front line" firefighters available in communities."

"Offered by FEMA and other government agencies, our Grants Resources page lists resources where First Responders can obtain grants for a range of needs, including firefighter grants, emergency medical service grants, and pre-disaster mitigation grants. For a more comprehensive list of federal grants, searchable by keyword or other criteria, visit Grants.gov. On Grants.gov, the first responder community can also learn about the federal grants lifecycle and grants management policies."

"Funding is available from foundations across the nation for fire department equipment. Grant funding is funding that does not have to be repaid. There are specific application requirements for each foundation. The best way to start a request is with a letter describing the project. You can also contact the foundation and ask for application guidelines, which can help you navigate your way through the application process."

TFG is a company that specializes in securing federal funding for clients. Their linked guide, which lists some federal grants related to the fire service, is from 2017.

"The Firefighters Charitable Foundation continues to provide assistance to those in need. Grants are given to assist local fire/disaster victims, fire prevention education, volunteer fire department equipment purchase, and community safety programs."

"Our Mission is to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives of local heroes and their communities by providing lifesaving equipment and prevention education tools to first responders, non-profits and public safety organizations. All requests must fall within our funding guidelines via firehousesubsfoundation.org/about-us/funding-areas."

"Because we believe that the majority of fire can be prevented, FM Global is pleased to offer financial support to organizations working to combat fire. Through our Fire Prevention Grant Program, fire departments and brigades, as well as national, state, regional, local and community organizations can apply for funding to support a wide array of fire prevention, preparedness and control efforts, including pre-incident planning, fire prevention education/training and arson prevention/fire investigation." "Grant applications are reviewed four times per year. The grant review period closes on March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31 or after 100 applications are received. Decisions on awards are made approximately 3 - 4 months after deadline."

"The Leary Firefighters Foundation considers grant requests for training, equipment, and technology for fire departments, both paid and volunteer, in the US. We do not make grants to individuals." At this site, https://lffgrants.smapply.io/prog/leary_firefighters_foundation/ , which provides general information, click on Apply for a Grant. You will be taken to https://lffgrants.smapply.io/prog/leary_firefighters_foundation/ .Click on Register to register for an applicant account and submit the required Letter of Inquiry, which must be submitted by August 15 each year to begin the application process for that year.

"Free fire and EMS grant assistance and helpful resources are available to help you secure additional funding. Learn everything you need to know when planning and applying for grant funding."

Scholarships are available for full-time, paid police or fire personnel.departments or agencies that respond to a minimum of 50 structure fires a year.