Fire Apparatus

Fund and Replace Your Fire Apparatus

Secure the grants, financing, and support your department needs to purchase new fire engines, ladder trucks, and other apparatus. Funding Navigator helps departments plan, prioritize, and fund major vehicle replacements through a customized, multi-source funding strategy.

Take the First Step

  • High Costs, Limited Local Budgets

    Replacing engines, tenders, and ladder trucks can cost hundreds of thousands—or even millions—making it one of the most difficult projects for departments to fund locally.

  • Ongoing, Customized Funding Strategy

    We develop a tailored roadmap for your apparatus project and continuously identify, prioritize, and apply for grant and funding opportunities that match your department’s needs and procurement timeline.

  • Leverage Grants, Financing & Congressional Support

    From FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to USDA programs, municipal lease-purchase financing, and congressional earmarks, we coordinate every viable source to fully fund your next apparatus.

Build a Comprehensive Funding Strategy

Identify the Right Opportunities

We continuously scan federal, state, and private programs to uncover grants and financing sources that align with your department’s project goals.

Tailor a Roadmap for Success

Each project is unique. We evaluate eligibility, prioritize the most viable funding paths, and create a step-by-step plan that maximizes your chance of success.

Balance Grants with Other Options

Not every project can rely on grants alone. We provide guidance on when to incorporate loans, capital campaigns, or alternative financing to ensure your project moves forward.

Application & Campaign Support

Strengthen Every Application

From narrative development to budget preparation, we ensure your applications are complete, competitive, and compliant with funder requirements.

Simplify Complex Processes

Our experts guide you through reporting rules, eligibility criteria, and submission timelines, removing obstacles that slow projects down.

Activate Community Support

Beyond grants, we help design capital campaigns and donor outreach strategies that engage your community and attract additional funding.

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Stakeholder Engagement & Readiness

Prepare Professional Materials

We create presentations, reports, and outreach packets that help you win support from boards, councils, and community partners.

Establish Strong Foundations

Whether setting up or strengthening a 501(c)(3), we guide governance, bylaws, and compliance so your department is ready to receive funding.

Build Long-Term Confidence

Our role continues after awards are secured, supporting reporting, donor recognition, and sustainability to ensure your project delivers lasting impact.

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"I would absolutely advise other departments to try it and see if it works for them... It’s a one-stop shop to organize, evaluate, and submit grant applications for your department."

Lieutenant Josh Smith

Elgin Fire Department

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Turn Big Projects Into Funded Success Stories

With millions secured and projects completed nationwide, we know what it takes to move critical initiatives from idea to reality.

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Build your Fire Station with Funding Navigator

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