What Is the AFG Grant (2026) and How Can Fire Departments Apply?
Review Fire & EMS Technology Needs Before the Deadline on June 22nd, 2026
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) is a FEMA program that provides funding to fire departments, EMS organizations, and training academies for equipment, communications systems, training, and operational readiness. The 2026 application deadline is June 22, 2026.
AFG Grant 2026: Key Facts
Program: FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
Total funding available: $291.6 million
Estimated awards: Approximately 1,800 grants
Application deadline: June 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Cost share requirement: 5%, 10%, or 15% based on population served
Eligible applicants: Fire departments, nonaffiliated EMS organizations, and State Fire Training Academies
What Is the AFG Grant?
- Firefighter safety
- Emergency communications
- Training and preparedness
- Response coordination and effectiveness
What Does the AFG Grant Fund?
- Emergency communications systems and interoperability upgrades
- Firefighter and EMS training technology and simulation environments
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety enhancements
- Regional and shared-use technology initiatives
- Operational readiness and response coordination tools
How to Apply for the AFG Grant (Step-by-Step)
- Identify equipment, technology, or training needs
- Confirm eligibility and funding category alignment
- Gather vendor quotes and budget estimates
- Align project with FEMA AFG priorities
- Prepare project justification and documentation
- Submit application through the FEMA grant portal before June 22, 2026
How to Prepare Before Applying
- Evaluate current operational gaps
- Prioritize high-impact safety and communications improvements
- Develop detailed project scope and costs
- Ensure alignment with FEMA funding priorities
- Prepare supporting documentation early
How Solutionz Supports AFG Grant Planning
- Technology planning aligned with FEMA AFG priorities
- Project scoping and budget development
- Vendor quotes and cost justification support
- Documentation and planning guidance
- Deployment timeline and implementation planning
Important: Solutionz does not write grant applications but helps organizations develop strong, fundable project plans.
AFG Grant Webinar: How Fire Departments Can Use Funding for Technology
What You’ll Learn in This AFG Webinar
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How the FEMA AFG grant supports emergency communications and interoperability projects
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How to fund firefighter and EMS training environments
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How to align technology investments with AFG funding priorities
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How AV and communications solutions improve response coordination
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How to evaluate whether your project is a strong fit for AFG funding
Who Should Watch This Webinar
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Fire department leaders and decision-makers
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EMS administrators and operations teams
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Public safety agencies planning technology upgrades
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Organizations preparing for the AFG 2026 application
Key Takeaways from the AFG Webinar
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AFG prioritizes projects that improve safety, communication, and readiness
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Emergency communications systems are a strong funding category
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Proper planning significantly improves award likelihood
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Technology partners can support scope, budget, and deployment planning
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the AFG grant?
The AFG grant is a FEMA program that funds fire departments and EMS organizations for safety, equipment, training, and communications improvements.
Who qualifies for the AFG grant?
Municipal and volunteer fire departments, nonaffiliated EMS organizations, and State Fire Training Academies are eligible.
What does the AFG grant pay for?
AFG funding supports communications systems, training technology, PPE, and operational readiness improvements.
What is the AFG 2026 deadline?
The deadline is June 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
How can I improve my chances of getting funded?
Align your project with FEMA priorities, provide strong justification, and prepare detailed budgets and documentation.
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