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Brotherhood of the Badge Expands Mission to Afghanistan
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In 2006, CHIEF was proud to help The Brotherhood of the Badge procure equipment and body armor for use in training Iraqi police officers. Now, The Brotherhood of the Badge has expanded their mission to Afghanistan. To-date, The Brotherhood of the Badge has donated $80,000 of body armor, two-way radios and flashlights to the Afghan national police. A recent ABC news article gives the full story...
The Brotherhood's missions in Iraq and Afghanistan share a common goal: By training locals to become police officers and firefighters, they will speed stability in each country, which will help U.S. troops come home sooner.
To learn more about The Brotherhood of the Badge and how you can contribute, visit their website, BrotherhoodoftheBadgeInt.org »
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"Here is a shout-out and a big thanks to Kurt for helping me out to get my department awarded again! I was not getting anywhere on these grants before I attended Kurt's seminar. I had the ability but not the skills to execute a winning grant. Now, I have been nailing most every grant written since. My regret is that I didn't take the class sooner. I spent several years spinning my wheels getting nowhere. For my volunteer department I have gotten more than a half-million dollars of equipment in the last two years."
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Vendor Spotlight: Taylors Leatherwear
 When it comes to public safety, it's all about the gear. But what's the story behind the companies who design and produce the equipment you rely on every day?
Every month, the CHIEF Star highlights one of our 300 vendors and tells you more about their history, their products, and their commitment to serving you. We call it our "Vendor Spotlight". Look for it in each monthly newsletter, or find them online at any time at CHIEFsupply.com/resources/vendors.
March's Vendor Spotlight: Taylor's Leatherwear
This month, CHIEF spotlights Taylor's Leatherwear, a company that comes from humble beginnings and was built from "the garage up", a very successful company that deftly illustrates the American dream and what "real" leather craft is all about. Full story »
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Upcoming Tradeshows
Keep up with the latest in the industry. Here are some tradeshows coming up in March, or check our Public Safety Tradeshows listing for the latest in events and conventions for Fire/Rescue, EMS, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Homeland Security and Counterterrorism.
Grant News by Kurt Bradley, CHIEF Grants
 February Recap - Public Safety Grants
March is here, and while spring is in the air, so is the smell of newly minted grant money. Grants are about to start opening up like new spring flowers.
As of press time, the FY2008 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is scheduled to open for applications on Mar. 3. The Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) and Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program (CEDAP) will also be opening soon. Get your department stats, data, narrative info and applications ready, folks – grant season is here! Here are some hints to help you get the most out of the 2008 grant application season:
- Don't miss a deadline: Monitor Open Grants for new grants and application deadlines
- Who you gonna call? Contact Kurt and Margaret for free assistance and application review
- Do you have your DUNS? If your agency doesn't have a DUNS number, get one now. You'll need it to apply for federal grants
- Follow the headlines: Check CHIEF Grants News for the up-to-the-minute updates on this year's grants
Good luck to all of you on your applications!
Program Guidance for FY 2008 AFG Grants Released
From DHS - February 29, 2008
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released the Program Guidance for the FY 2008 Assistance to Firefighters Grants. All applicants are strongly encouraged to read this important document prior to submitting an application... 2007 AFGP Award Center
2007 AFGP Winners Announced - 2007 AFGP Award Center
From CHIEF Grants - February 29, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced more Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grants, awarding grants to fire departments nationwide... 2007 AFGP Award Center
Awards for 2007 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Announced
From DHS - February 29, 2008
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced further awards for the Fiscal Year 2007 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant (SAFER), awarding grants to fire departments nationwide... 2007 SAFER Grant Award List
FY2008 AFGP Opens Mar. 3
From CHIEF Grants - February 20, 2008
The FY2008 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program opens for applications at 8 a.m. ET, Mon., Mar. 3, 2008, says the 2008 AFGP FAQ. Application deadline is 5 p.m. ET, Apr. 4, 2008. Contact Kurt Bradley today for assistance with your AFGP grant! ... More
DHS Begins Collecting 10 Fingerprints From International Visitors at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
From DHS - February 19, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it has begun collecting additional fingerprints from international visitors arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)... More
DHS Begins Collecting 10 Fingerprints From International Visitors at Orlando International Airport
From DHS - February 15, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it has begun collecting additional fingerprints from international visitors arriving at Orlando International Airport (Orlando)... More
Hamburger Helper Accepting Applications for Hometown Helper Grant Program
From Philanthropy News Digest - February 14, 2008
Grants of up to $15,000 each will be awarded to local groups working to improve their hometowns by fundraising or supporting community development... More | Hamburger Helper My Hometown Helper Grant
Final Rejection Notices Sent for 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program
From CHIEF Grants - February 14, 2008
The final round of "dear john" AFGP rejection letters has been released to FY2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program applicants. However, departments who received rejection notices may nonetheless be in a good position for future funding, said Kurt Bradley, Senior Grants Consultant. "The rejection letter should note if the department is eligible for FY2007 supplemental funds. Departments rejected at this stage are also highly likely to win awards for FY2008," said Kurt. "Most of their work is done. Update your application with current run call volumes, budget information and statistical data, send it to us for review, and then re-submit it for the upcoming FY2008 AFG program." AFGP | Contact Kurt
FY 2009 Budget Request: Testimony of Secretary Chertoff, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security
From DHS - February 13, 2008
DHS Secretary Chertoff appears before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security to highlight key DHS accomplishments from 2007 and to present President Bush's Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 Budget Request for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)... More
DHS Extends 10 Fingerprint Collection Programs to 2 More U.S. Airports
From CHIEF Grants - February 13, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it has begun collecting additional fingerprints from international visitors arriving at San Francisco International Airport and Miami International Airport... More
Statement of Chief Procurement Officer Thomas W. Essig before the House Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology of the Committee on Homeland Security
From DHS - February 7, 2008
Chief Procurement Officer Essig discusses DHS' acquisition program and DHS' use of its Other Transaction Authority (OTA)... More
AFG Issues its Schedule of FY2008 Applicant Workshops
From DHS - February 5, 2008
The AFG program office has released its initial schedule of approximately 300 applicant workshops for its Fiscal Year 2008 AFG program. Registration for workshops is NOT necessary and are all conducted free of charge... More
Remarks by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff at a Press Conference Regarding President Bush's FY 2009 Budget for the Department of Homeland Security
From DHS - February 4, 2008
DHS Secretary Chertoff comments on President Bush's proposed 2009 budget as it addresses specific goals of DHS including protecting the nation from dangerous people, protecting the nation from dangerous things, protecting critical infrastructure, improving emergency response and building a culture of preparedness, and strengthening management and institution... More
Fact Sheet: U.S. Department of Homeland Security Announces 6.8 Percent Increase in Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Request
From DHS - February 4, 2008
President Bush's fiscal year 2009 budget request for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) represents $50.5 billion in funding, which is an increase of 6.8 percent over the 2008 fiscal year level - excluding funds provided in emergency supplemental funding... More
NYPD Plans to Step Up Subway Patrols
From Officer.com - February 4, 2008
Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly said Friday that a major boost in funding from the Department of Homeland Security has made extra protection possible for New York City's vast subway system, long considered a potential target for terrorists... More
DHS Extends 10 Fingerprint Collection Programs to 3 More U.S. Airports
From CHIEF Grants - February 1, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it has begun collecting additional fingerprints from international visitors arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (O'Hare), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and George Bush Houston Intercontinental Airport... More
Remarks by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator David Paulison at a Press Availability on 2008 Homeland Security Grant Guidance
From DHS - February 1, 2008
DHS Secretary Chertoff announces the release of DHS guidance for 14 different grant programs for the fiscal year 2008... More
DHS Announces Release of Application Guidance for Over $3 Billion in Grant Programs
From DHS - February 1, 2008
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the release of application guidance for 14 federal grant programs whose collective purpose is to strengthen prevention, protection, response and recovery capabilities at all levels of government... More
Fact Sheet: Fiscal Year 2008 Preparedness Grants
From DHS - February 1, 2008
In Fiscal Year 2008, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will award more than $3 billion in grants to states, territories, urban areas, and transportation authorities under 14 programs to bolster national preparedness capabilities and protect critical infrastructure... More
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