Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2009
Updated: September 8th, 2009 09:05 PM EDT
Updated: September 8th, 2009 09:05 PM EDT
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Grant News
R. David Paulison to Support Funding Programs and Fire Service
Motorola, Inc. has named Robert David Paulison, former FEMA administrator, to consult and support the company's Government and Enterprise Funding Programs as customers and partners seek funds from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Act, also known as the AFG program. Fireman's Fund and Holmatro Announce Nationwide Partnership
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company and Holmatro, a manufacturer of extrication and rescue gear, announced a new, nationwide agreement to support local fire departments. As part of the arrangement, Holmatro will provide special pricing to Fireman's Fund for vehicle extrication gear awarded through its Fireman's Fund Heritage Program. FDNY Receives $10,000 Grant for Training and Excerise Equipment
UB International Northeast and Fireman's Fund Insurance Company have partnered to award a $10,000 grant to the FDNY to purchase equipment to enhance the training technology and physical fitness of its members. New Frank Lanza Memorial Scholarship to Benefit Healthcare Students
This timely initiative is designed to recognize the academic and leadership accomplishments of students enrolled in registered nursing, respiratory care or emergency medical service programs offered by regionally accredited community colleges. Walmart Foundation Commits $500,000 to Improving Emergency Preparedness for the 54 Million Americans with Disabilities
The grant will support the mission to ensure that the needs of this one-fifth of the U.S. population are taken into account in emergency planning and response. Administration Leaders Say Flu Preparedness is "Shared Responsibility"
The Obama administration has announced new funding for pandemic preparedness and a nationwide flu prevention campaign. New Grants to Promote Traffic Safety Announced
The grants will allow state, county and local agencies to continue the fight against impaired driving, encourage seat belt and child safety seat usage, enhance emergency medical service response, advance pedestrian and bicycle safety, and assist in the enforcement of traffic laws. FEMA: AFG Assistance to Firefighters Grants 2009: The primary goal of the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) is to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical services organizations.
Department of Homeland Security Grants
The Department distributes billions of dollars in grants to states, territories, urban areas and transportation authorities under programs to bolster national preparedness capabilities and protect critical infrastructure. Florida: Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant
The purpose of the Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Program, formerly known as the Rural Community Fire Protection (RCFP) Program, is to provide federal financial, technical, and other assistance to State Foresters to organize, train, and equip fire departments in rural areas and rural communities to prevent and suppress fires. Ohio EMS Grants Program
The purpose of the Ohio EMS grant program is to improve and enhance EMS patient care in the State of Ohio by providing grant funds to eligible applicants. There are four types of grants available from the Ohio Division of EMS. Fireman's Fund Heritage Program
Fireman's Fund awards grants to fire departments of all sizes across the country. They focus on providing funds for needed equipment, firefighter training, and community programs. FM Global 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. The Jeremiah Lucey Grant Program
The Board of Directors of the Leary Firefighters Foundation invites grant requests from professional, uniformed Fire Departments in New York, Massachusetts, and areas affected by Hurricane Katrina along the Gulf Coast. Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship Program
The Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship is sponsored through a partnership between the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the United States Fire Administration. Each group equally funds the tuition costs of selected applicants to attend the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at Harvard University. NVFC National Junior Firefighter Scholarship Program
Ten outstanding junior firefighters from across the nation will be selected through a competitive application process to receive a $5,000 scholarship towards their higher education. Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship Program
The Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship is sponsored through a partnership between the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the United States Fire Administration. Each organization equally funds the tuition costs of selected applicants to attend the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at Harvard University. Bound Tree Medical Grants Division
The Bound Tree Medical Grants Division provides a value added service that will streamline and expedite the grant research and writing process for those in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services industry. It will locate funding opportunities, match them with qualifying customers, provide a free alert service, and offer grant writing assistance. CHIEF Grants
CHIEF Grants, "America's Best Public Safety Grants Resource," is a value-added grant consulting service from CHIEF offered to customers at no charge. Podcast: Stimulus Funding Explained
Among the many sources of government grant money, more than $2.5 billion in funding is now available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), also known as the U.S. stimulus package. Grant expert Domingo Herraiz of Motorola provides a walk-through on how to locate and take advantage of these resources. The Path to Grant Success: Brought to You by Masimo
Now more than ever, the fiscal demands inherent to our industry are taking their toll on fire and EMS departments nationwide. Looking Outside the Traditional Fire/EMS Grants Box
Are we throwing enough darts into available funds? Tips for Winning Government Grants
Successful recipients of grant monies share their tactics. Failing to Fund
This article will tell you what to do and what not to do to help you get a piece of the pie. Radio@Firehouse.com Podcast: The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program Success Stories
Motorola, Inc. has named Robert David Paulison, former FEMA administrator, to consult and support the company's Government and Enterprise Funding Programs as customers and partners seek funds from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Act, also known as the AFG program.
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company and Holmatro, a manufacturer of extrication and rescue gear, announced a new, nationwide agreement to support local fire departments. As part of the arrangement, Holmatro will provide special pricing to Fireman's Fund for vehicle extrication gear awarded through its Fireman's Fund Heritage Program.
UB International Northeast and Fireman's Fund Insurance Company have partnered to award a $10,000 grant to the FDNY to purchase equipment to enhance the training technology and physical fitness of its members.
This timely initiative is designed to recognize the academic and leadership accomplishments of students enrolled in registered nursing, respiratory care or emergency medical service programs offered by regionally accredited community colleges.
The grant will support the mission to ensure that the needs of this one-fifth of the U.S. population are taken into account in emergency planning and response.
The Obama administration has announced new funding for pandemic preparedness and a nationwide flu prevention campaign.
The grants will allow state, county and local agencies to continue the fight against impaired driving, encourage seat belt and child safety seat usage, enhance emergency medical service response, advance pedestrian and bicycle safety, and assist in the enforcement of traffic laws.
Federal Grant Resources
The Department distributes billions of dollars in grants to states, territories, urban areas and transportation authorities under programs to bolster national preparedness capabilities and protect critical infrastructure.
...More Federal Grant Resources
State Grant Resources
The purpose of the Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Program, formerly known as the Rural Community Fire Protection (RCFP) Program, is to provide federal financial, technical, and other assistance to State Foresters to organize, train, and equip fire departments in rural areas and rural communities to prevent and suppress fires.
The purpose of the Ohio EMS grant program is to improve and enhance EMS patient care in the State of Ohio by providing grant funds to eligible applicants. There are four types of grants available from the Ohio Division of EMS.
Corporate Grant Resources
Fireman's Fund awards grants to fire departments of all sizes across the country. They focus on providing funds for needed equipment, firefighter training, and community programs.
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.
...More Corporate Grant Resources
Organization and Charity Grant Resources
The Board of Directors of the Leary Firefighters Foundation invites grant requests from professional, uniformed Fire Departments in New York, Massachusetts, and areas affected by Hurricane Katrina along the Gulf Coast.
The Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship is sponsored through a partnership between the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the United States Fire Administration. Each group equally funds the tuition costs of selected applicants to attend the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at Harvard University.
...More Organization and Charity Grant Resources
Scholarship Resources
Ten outstanding junior firefighters from across the nation will be selected through a competitive application process to receive a $5,000 scholarship towards their higher education.
The Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship is sponsored through a partnership between the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the United States Fire Administration. Each organization equally funds the tuition costs of selected applicants to attend the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at Harvard University.
Grant Assistance Resources
The Bound Tree Medical Grants Division provides a value added service that will streamline and expedite the grant research and writing process for those in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services industry. It will locate funding opportunities, match them with qualifying customers, provide a free alert service, and offer grant writing assistance.
CHIEF Grants, "America's Best Public Safety Grants Resource," is a value-added grant consulting service from CHIEF offered to customers at no charge.
...More Grant Assistance Resources
Grant Features
Among the many sources of government grant money, more than $2.5 billion in funding is now available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), also known as the U.S. stimulus package. Grant expert Domingo Herraiz of Motorola provides a walk-through on how to locate and take advantage of these resources.
Now more than ever, the fiscal demands inherent to our industry are taking their toll on fire and EMS departments nationwide.
Are we throwing enough darts into available funds?
Successful recipients of grant monies share their tactics.
This article will tell you what to do and what not to do to help you get a piece of the pie.
To submit additional grant or scholarship resources, email Heather.Caspi@cygnusb2b.com.
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