SFFMA SAFER Grant
Funding Amount
$2,805,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
SFFMA SAFER Grant
Funder: State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas (SFFMA)
Background: SFFMA was awarded a 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant through the Department of Homeland Security. This is the fourth grant cycle for SFFMA.
Grant Period: December 23, 2025 - December 22, 2029
Total Award: $2,805,000
Geographic Scope: Texas volunteer fire departments
Funding Areas
The grant covers several areas of need faced by volunteer fire departments in Texas:
* Basic firefighter training
* Marketing of the departments in local communities
* Leadership and career development workshops
* Assistance with association membership dues (departments with operational budgets of $50,000 or under)
* Travel costs for some training events
Additional Benefits
Accident and Health Benefit Summary (Coverage Period: February 1, 2026 - December 22, 2029)
* Death Benefit
* Impairment Benefits
* Income Protection Benefits
* First Responders Assistance Program (FRAP) - 24/7 Mental Health & PTSD Support
First Responder Assistance Program (FRAP)
FRAP offers 24/7 confidential assistance for:
* Stress, depression, anxiety
* Family conflict, grief and loss
* Relationship issues
* Financial or legal concerns
* Addictions, problem gambling
* Child or elder care
FRAP Hotline: (855) 207-1747
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 1709, Manchaca, Texas 78652
Physical Address: 707 W FM 1626, Austin, Texas 78748
Phone: 512-454-3473
Email: info@sffma.org
Store Hours: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or by appointment
Status Note
As of 2/20/26: Due to a partial federal government shutdown, FEMA SAFER reimbursements are experiencing delays in processing and funding.
How to Apply
Application Process
Detailed step-by-step application instructions were not provided in the available content. However, the following materials are available for download:
Required Forms & Documents:
1. Administrative Guide for Departments - NEW version available
2. Training Reimbursement Form
3. Advanced Training Reimbursement Form
4. General Information Handout
5. Provident Benefit Flyer
6. FRAP Brochure
7. Membership Dues Request Form - Note: To qualify for membership dues reimbursement, your department's operational budget must be $50,000 or under
Submission Process:
Approved departments expend the funds, then submit copies of receipts to receive reimbursement up to the limit of the program.
Contact for Application Details:
* Phone: 512-454-3473
* Email: info@sffma.org
* Mailing Address: PO Box 1709, Manchaca, Texas 78652
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