FEMA has awarded $648 millionin grants to 1,600 fire and rescue companies and other organizations across the country. 

“Firefighters and other first responders are everyday heroes, helping their neighbors and communities when they need it most. Through this grant funding, FEMA is building the capability of these local organizations to respond to disasters and emergencies. By empowering fire departments to get the staff, training and equipment they need, FEMA is strengthening the resilience of American communities nationwide," said FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton.

Recipients of the various Fire Act grant awards include:

• FEMA has awarded $291.6 million to more than 1,400 fire departments and other emergency medical services agencies through the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grants. Recipients can use this funding to obtain protective equipment and emergency response vehicles, to deliver specialized training programs to staff, and to develop health initiatives to prepare responders for incidents. 
• FEMA has awarded $324 million to nearly 200 fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations through the FY 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program. Recipients will use the money to cover personnel costs for firefighters, as well as recruitment efforts and retention programs. 
• FEMA has awarded $32.4 million to more than 60 fire departments, academic and research institutions, and nonprofit organizations through the FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety grant program. Recipients will use the money to fund scientific research and technology development that will strengthen community fire prevention programs or improve firefighter safety, health and well-being. 

Applicants who were not successful during this grant phase will be notified.