Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants

About this archived opportunity

DOF provides assistance through the Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) grant program. The program provides a 50% cost reimbursement for the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment for rural volunteer fire departments. As a key cooperator in the suppression of nearly every Virginia wildfire, this program allows the agency to provide critically-needed federal funding to directly support fire departments in the Commonwealth. These grants are “50-50” matched grants. This means that grant approvals provide a 50% match of the actual amount expended for the items approved, up to the total approval amount of the grant. For example, to apply for a $1500 grant under the VFA program, the volunteer fire department must be prepared to spend $3000 to receive a reimbursement of $1500 following grant approval. Receipts marked “PAID” will be required prior to any reimbursement of the approved amount. Note that Virginia Department of Forestry is not allowed to provide full or partial grant funding for any one piece of equipment over $5,000 in cost. Application period closed. Applications are accepted via the System Access Portal for Forestry Grants. System Access Portal for Forestry Grants (Applicants must have their unique UEI number before beginning this process. Ensure the UEI number is updated and viewable by public domain) View the user guides provided in the Resource Library below for help with registering for an account and submitting an application. System Access Portal User Guide for application and administration of forestry grants. This guide assists with requesting an agreement modification. System Access Portal User Guide for application and administration of forestry grants. This guide assists with agreement signing. System Access Portal User Guide for registering to use the grants system. System Access Portal User Guide for application and administration of forestry grants. This guide assists with filing a claim. System Access Portal User Guide for application and administration of Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants. A variety of financial assistance programs exist through DOF and partner agencies for wildfire preparation and suppression, a

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