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PERMA & NYSAFC MiniGrant Application Period Open!

Through the annual Firefighter Risk Reduction MiniGrant Program, PERMA and NYSAFC assist Fire Department Members in obtaining gear washers and dryers. Applications will be accepted until November 10, 2024.

The popular Firefighter Risk Reduction MiniGrant Program, offered by PERMA in partnership with NYSAFC, is continuing in 2025! The purpose of this program is to financially assist members with obtaining gear washers and dryers to reduce their exposure to carcinogens. PERMA has expanded their offering for 2025! 20 grants of $5,000 each will be provided. Through this program, PERMA has provided over $195,000 of equipment in 42 grant awards to 34 members.
 
To be eligible, applicants must be members of both NYSAFC (Department Members only) and PERMA. Applications will be accepted until November 10, 2024. Apply here, and be sure to view the grant guidelines available here.
 
Learn more about NYSAFC's ongoing partnership with PERMA here.

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