Ward Diesel Offers FEMA AFG Grant Application Assistance
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
Fire departments have the opportunity to improve firefighter health and wellness by using the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program to fund vehicle-mounted exhaust filter system purchase and installation.
Ward Diesel Filter Systems is proud to partner with Lexipol to provide a FREE grant review service to assist fire departments every step of the way, giving you the best chance to be awarded resources for your department.
What Is the FEMA AFG Grant?
The FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program is designed to help fire departments and EMS organizations obtain essential resources to protect the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards.
The AFG program funds equipment, training, vehicles, wellness & fitness, and modifications related to health and safety.
2025 FEMA AFG Grant
(Estimated) Deadline to Apply: 12/20/2025
Projected Number of Awards: 2,000
Grant Category: Exhaust Removal Systems (Fire)
Ward Diesel Filter Systems Offers AFG Grant Application Support
The project application must be well-defined, with accurate cost estimates and a budget, proper vendor quotes, and a strong narrative that clearly demonstrates the need and expected impacts. Applying for grants can be complex, that’s where we come in.
What Ward Diesel offers:
- We partner with Lexipol to provide a FREE grant review service for fire departments interested in applying under the Exhaust Removal Systems category.
- Whether you’re just beginning to define your project, have drafted the application, or are putting final touches on the narrative, Ward Diesel and Lexipol can help improve the strength of your application.
What this means for you:
- Access to our team of experts who understand FEMA’s priorities (including that Vehicle Mounted Exhaust Systems are high priority).
- Review of your grant draft to catch omissions and strengthen your application.
Steps to Take When Applying for the FEMA AFG Grant
- Define Your Project
Decide exactly how many vehicle mounted exhaust systems are needed, the number of vehicles, cost estimates, etc. - Check Eligibility & Priorities
Make sure your department meets the criteria, and that the exhaust system project aligns with FEMA AFG priorities (high priority status, etc.). - Gather Supporting Data
Estimate the current exposure to diesel exhaust of your firefighters, health/safety benefits, quotes from vendors, existing infrastructure, etc. - Prepare Application Materials
This includes narrative, statement of need, technical specifications, budget, quotes, matching funds (if required), registration in SAM (System for Award Management), compliance with FEMA rules, etc. - Use Our Free Review Service
Before submitting, get your application draft reviewed by Ward Diesel. We’ll give feedback to help ensure your application is as strong and complete as possible. - Submit & Follow Up
Submit your grant application via FEMA’s application system by the deadline.
Vehicle-mounted exhaust filter systems help remove carcinogenic diesel exhaust particles, improve air quality at fire stations and while responding to an emergency, preserve protective gear, and reduce long-term health risks for firefighters, like cancer. Let us help you make the strongest case to secure the funding your department needs and protect your firefighters from harmful diesel exhaust.
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