Cammack Announces FEMA Fire Grant Opportunities for Firefighters and First Responders

May 19, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Kat Cammack announced that the Fiscal Year 2025 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER), and Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant opportunities are now open for applications. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and FEMA have made $648 million available nationwide to support firefighters and first responders through critical investments in equipment, staffing, training, and fire prevention initiatives. The funding opportunities include: $291.6 million through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program for personal protective equipment, emergency response vehicles, and responder health and wellness initiatives. $324 million through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program for firefighter salaries, recruitment, and training. $32.4 million through the Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant program for fire prevention research and firefighter safety, health, and wellness initiatives. The FY 2025 AFG, SAFER and FP&S application periods open Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and close Monday, June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Late submissions will not be accepted. “As the wife of a firefighter, I understand the critical nature of these grants. As demands on departments grow, staffing and resources haven’t kept up,” said Rep. Cammack . “I am proud to continue helping our departments in securing these vital programs.” From 2021 to 2026, Rep. Cammack helped secure over $29 million for fire departments and first responders across Florida’s Third Congressional District. Eligible applicants can review the full funding opportunities for all three programs on Grants.gov . Before applying, FEMA encourages applicants to review the various resources published on FEMA.gov which will help them develop strong applications. ### Congresswoman Kat Cammack represents Florida’s Third Congressional District and serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and House Committee on Agriculture. As the wife of a firefighter, Rep. Cammack is committed to advancing solutions that strengthen public safety, support emergency personnel, and ensure first responders have the resources they need to serve their communities.