The application period for the FY20010 Fire Prevention and Safety grants is now open.
All grant applications must be received by Feb. 4 by 5 p.m. ET.
The grant program supports projects that help enhance the safety of the public and firefighters. Primary goals of the grants include targeting high-risk populations, reducing injury and preventing death.
Paul Peluso is a Firehouse.com staff writer and has worked for the Web site since 2006. Previously, he worked as a reporter for several community newspapers located in the suburbs of Baltimore, Md. Since joining the newsteam, Paul has covered various fire service issues including fire sprinklers, grants, line of duty deaths and technology. While he started out at the Beltsville, Md. office, he has since moved to Florida where he works out of his home office in Tampa.