The Action Training Systems Emergency Responder Blog

FEMA's AFG Grant Program : Top 10 Best Practices

Posted by Elise Andreasen on Thu, May 03, 2012 @ 02:52PM

Do you need money for your fire training program?

Although the 2012 Grant period is not open yet, we wanted to get you thinking about and preparing for the upcoming year's AFG grant application period.

Below are a list of Top 10 Best Pratices as stated in the FEMA grant semiar at FDIC 2012

  1. Start preparing early & read the 2012 program guidance
  2. Align your departments “needs” assessment with current funding priorities
  3. Tell your departments story
  4. Read each question carefully, then answer the question
  5. Have the application read by someone else before submitting
  6. Submit your application before the deadline, a day early or a week early if possible. Just don’t wait until the last minute.
  7. Make sure to include all eligible cost as part of your application (EHP review, state taxes, vehicle performance bonds)
  8. Make sure your project can and will be done within your grant period of performance
  9. Have your bid specifications ready when you receive your award (be proactive)
  10. Ensure you will have the support of your local government leaders

Bonus : Call the AFG help desk with any questions 866.247.0960

2012 AFG Workshop Schedule 

 

Tags: Fire training, firefighter training, emergency responder Training, AFG Grants Info