These federally funded grants help fire agencies meet their firefighting and emergency response needs. Links provide guidance on VFC grants along with instructions and forms to apply.
The 2024 Volunteer Fire Capacity application period is open from March 18, 2024, until May 3, 2024.
There is an additional one-time funding opportunity from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for purchases of slip-on tanks. If you would like to apply for this additional funding, please complete page 5 of the application and include a narrative on page 5 explaining the need.
Please note:
Timeframes for the VFC award have changed:
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Application period: March 18, 2024 - May 3, 2024
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Fire departments receive Notice of Award: June 30, 2024
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Purchasing period: Oct. 1, 2024 - Sept. 30, 2025
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Reimbursement request deadline: Oct. 15, 2025
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In-kind Match: July 1, 2024 - Sept. 30, 2025
Volunteering Fire Capacity awarded funding, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure funding, is subject to finalization of signed agreements, and receipt of funding from the USDA Forest Service.Questions?
Email the VFC Coordinator.