Federal Excess Personal Property Loan Program Grant

Federal Excess Personal Property Loan Program Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Carolina Forest Service
Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Last Updated: March 12, 2026

Summary

The Federal Excess Personal Property Loan Program enables North Carolina's fire departments to access surplus federal property for fire suppression activities. Through collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service, essential equipment such as vehicles, fire trucks, generators, and light towers are loaned to enhance firefighting capabilities. Departments must maintain these items and ensure proper licensing and insurance. This initiative not only supports local fire services but also contributes to community safety and resource efficiency.

Overview

What We Do North Carolina's forestland is one of the greatest influences on the state, providing economic value and adding immeasurably to the quality of life for its residents. The forest products industry is the largest manufacturing business sector in the state, contributing approximately $34.9 billion annually to the state's economy and providing around 148,000 jobs for North Carolinians. The NC Forest Service's primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs. Federal Excess Personal Property Loan Program Through a an agreement with the U.S. Forest Service, the N.C. Forest Service is allowed to obtain Federal Excess Personal Property from the federal government and loan it to fire departments. The Forest Service acquires FEPP items from federal agencies when they are no longer needed. The items are then loaned to fire departments for use in fire suppression for as long as they have a need for the equipment. When they no longer have a need for the items, they are returned to the U.S. Forest Service, which may reassign or dispose of them for the federal government. Fire departments are required to license and insure all vehicles and must maintain the units for fire suppression. Each item loaned under the FEPP program is inspected annually to ensure proper use according to guidelines. Items available under the FEPP program consist of the following: Vehicles - pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, 2½ ton trucks, 5 ton trucks, utility van/box trucks Fire trucks, (tankers and pumpers) Generators Light towers

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Fire departments in North Carolina are eligible to apply.