Applications for consideration must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, FEMA officials announced Monday.
The SAFER grants program awards grants to assist local fire departments with staffing and deployment capabilities so they may respond to emergencies whenever they occur, assuring their communities have adequate protection from fire and fire-related hazards.
SAFER grants provide funding for hiring new firefighters, rehiring laid-off firefighters, and programs for recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. Ultimately, SAFER grantees should achieve more efficient responses and a safer incident scene.
SAFER grants are administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Preparedness Directorate through its Office of Grants and Training, in cooperation with the United States Fire Administration, also within the Preparedness Directorate.
The FY 2010 SAFER Guidance and application materials can be found here. More information about the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program can be obtained at here.
