This page addresses frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to the AFG, SAFER and Fire Prevention & Safety programs.
Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program Frequently Asked Questions
Any letters of support should be emailed to the AFG Program Help Desk at firegrants@fema.dhs.gov.
The letter should reference any applicable grant application ID numbers. The letter should be addressed to:
Pamela S. Williams
Assistant Administrator, Grant Programs Directorate
U.S. Department of Homeland Security/FEMA
400 C Street S.W., 3 N
Washington DC 20472-3635
Please note, letters of support are not considered in the award decision-making process.
Step-by-step instructions for registering with SAM can be found at Step 2: Register with SAM | GRANTS.GOV.
Effective April 4, 2022, the Federal Government transitioned from using the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number, to a new, non-proprietary identifier known as a Unique Entity Identifier or UEI. For entities that had an active registration in SAM.gov prior to April 4, 2022, the UEI has automatically been assigned and no action is necessary.
For all entities now filing a new registration in SAM.gov, the UEI will be assigned to that entity as part of the SAM.gov registration process. UEI registration information is available on GSA.gov at: Unique Entity Identifier Update | GSA.
Applicant registration in SAM is free. All applicants must be registered and active in order to apply online. Please remember that SAM registration is only active for one year and must be renewed annually.
Existing SAM.gov account holders should check their account to make sure it is active.
An applicant’s SAM registration must be active not only at the time of application, but also during the application review and awarding process, as well as throughout the entire award management phase.
FEMA provides monthly updates on various AFG-related topics. You can sign up for FEMA email updates at: Signup for FEMA Email Updates (govdelivery.com).
The available funding for the FY 2023 AFG is $324 million.
The total amount appropriated under the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2023, Pub. L. No. 117-328 is $360 million. However, to meet the statutory requirements of § 33 of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended (codified at 15 U.S.C. § 2229), $36 million (or 10%) of these “available grant funds” will be allocated to the FY 2023 Fire Prevention and Safety Program, which will have a separate funding notice and application period.
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