Non-Federal Funding

EMSGrantsHelp
EMSGrantsHelp's mission is to provide members of the EMS community with a comprehensive resource for grant information and assistance. EMSGrantsHelp features the most extensive EMS grant database ever created, with a library of information not only for federal grant programs, but also state, local, and corporate grant opportunities.

FireGrantsHelp
FireGrantsHelp's mission is to provide firefighters and departments with a comprehensive resource for grant information and assistance. FireGrantsHelp features the most extensive fire grant database ever created, with a library of information not only for federal grant programs, but also state, local and corporate grant opportunities. FireGrantsHelp features a grant database that allows users to spend less time searching for grants and more time on research and grant writing. FireGrantsHelp.com also offers users a multitude of grant assistance tools such as: research guidance, grant writing tips, grant resources, tools, news, and much more.

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grants
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation provides funding, life-saving equipment, disaster assistance, and educational opportunities for first responders and public safety organizations. If your fire department or Fire Corps program is located in a community served by a Firehouse Subs restaurant, consider applying for needed equipment and/or fire prevention resources.

Firemen's Fund Heritage Program
Firemen's Fund Insurance Company's Heritage program awards grants to departments for equipment, training, and community education programs. Since 2004, Firemen's Fund has awarded more than $30 million to fire departments across the U.S.
 
FM Global Fire Prevention Grants
Through its Fire Prevention Grant Program, commercial property insurer FM Global awards grants that can have the most demonstrable impact on preventing fire, or mitigating the damage it can quickly cause. Fire departments and brigades, as well as national, state, regional, local, and community organizations, can apply for funding to support a wide array of fire prevention, preparedness, and control efforts. Awards have been made throughout the U.S., as well as in Canada and other countries.
 
Funding Alternatives for Fire and Emergency Services
The U.S. Fire Administration developed this manual to provide fire and EMS departments with information on locating and implementing both traditional and nontraditional methods of funding. Download a copy from the USFA Publications Center.

Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade Grants
The Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade program provides grants to fire departments located near the company's facilities, as well as the donation of products and safety materials for presentations in local schools. The 2013 application period is now open. Click here to learn more.
   
Globe Gear Giveaway
Globe has teamed up with Dupont and the NVFC to give away up to 52 sets of gear to volunteer departments in need in 2013. Eligible departments can apply for up to four sets of gear. The application period is open through June 30.

International Fire Relief Mission
The International Fire Relief Mission was founded in 2007. It is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that collects used fire and EMS equipment and delivers it to poorly funded fire departments in developing nations. Its mission is to save firefighter and civilian lives through better equipment and education. If your department has surplus equipment and would like to learn more about donating to IFRM, visit www.ifrm2007.com or contact Ron Gruening, President, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 612-669-8500.

Motorola Solutions Foundation Public Safety Grants
These grants support safety education and training programs for first responders, their families and the general public in the United States and Canada. Information and application for the Public Safety Grants is available in the fall.

State Farm Good Neighbor Citizenship® Company Grants
State Farm provides grants to help build safer, stronger, and better educated communities across the United States and Canada. The grants focus on three areas: safety, community development, and education. Among those eligible to apply for a grant are 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organizations and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies. Funding for safety grants is directed toward auto and roadway safety; home safety and fire prevention; disaster preparedness; disaster recovery; and personal financial safety/security.