WDNR: Forest Fire Protection (FFP) Grant Program - County/Area Fire Association

WDNR: Forest Fire Protection (FFP) Grant Program - County/Area Fire Association

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000
Last Updated: May 17, 2025

Summary

The WDNR's Forest Fire Protection Grant Program offers 50% cost-share grants to Wisconsin fire departments and county/area fire associations. This funding aims to enhance local fire departments' roles in strengthening the Department of Natural Resources' initial-attack capabilities for forest fire suppression. Eligible applicants must serve organized forest fire control areas designated by the DNR, and prioritized funding includes protective equipment, training, and essential suppression tools.

Overview

Forest Fire Protection (FFP) Grant Program - County/Area Fire Association Forest Fire Protection (FFP) 50% cost-share grants are available to Wisconsin fire departments and Forest Fire Protection (FFP) 50% cost-share grants are available to Wisconsin fire departments and county/area fire associations. Grant funding is intended to expand the use of local fire departments to augment and strengthen the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) overall initial-attack fire suppression capabilities on forest fires.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. County/area fire associations must have a majority of the fire department members serving organized forest fire control areas designated by the DNR.See the Eligibility List for eligible expenses.

Ineligibility

See the Eligibility List for ineligible expenses.