Assistance to firefighters grant

The City of New York Fire Department received a $327,751.78 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on September 15, 2023. The grant will support the acquisition of firefighting equipment, safety gear, training programs, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness and response capabilities for the New York City metro area. This federal grant award is part of FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, which provides funding to fire departments, emergency medical services, and other eligible entities across the United States to improve firefighter safety and community resilience. The City of New York Fire Department, operating as a U.S. local government entity, has previously received both prime and sub-grant awards through the AFG Program, as well as federal contracts to provide healthcare services, data management, and research support related to the World Trade Center Health Program.