The FY2025 Local First Responders State Microgrant Program, administered by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) of Georgia, is designed to provide financial support to local first responder agencies. This program funds the purchase of essential equipment, supplies, and technology that improve first responder capabilities in emergency situations. Priority is given to counties that partially or fully meet equity funding criteria set by the OneGeorgia Authority and have not received similar funding in the past fiscal year.

Key Details:
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024, by 5:00 PM EDT.
Available Funding: $375,000 total, with individual awards capped at $20,000 per agency.
Grant Period: One year (12 months).
Eligibility:
Applicants: Units of local government (county or city governments) in Georgia applying on behalf of first responder agencies such as law enforcement, fire services, paramedics, and EMTs.
Priority Consideration: Applicants in counties eligible for equity funding and those that have not received state funding for similar purposes in the past fiscal year will be prioritized.
Use of Funds:
Grant funds can be used for the purchase of:

Equipment and supplies necessary for first responders (e.g., duty equipment, technology).
Installation and maintenance services related to the purchased equipment.
Unallowable Use of Funds includes:

Personnel costs
Luxury vehicles
UAVs (drones)
Food, exercise, or recreational equipment
Promotional items (e.g., gifts or souvenirs)
Match Requirement:
There is no match requirement for this grant, but the funds must be used to supplement existing resources, not replace them.

Application Process:
To apply, complete the application and submit all required attachments through the online portal at https://cjcc.formstack.com/forms/fy25_local_first_responders_microgrant_program. Required documents include:

Project Description: Detailed information about the project, including the geographic area, staff, and individuals served.
Needs Statement: Explanation of the specific problems or gaps the project aims to address, supported by relevant data.
Budget: Detailed budget using the provided worksheet, which should explain and justify all expenses.
Review Process:
Applications will be reviewed for completeness, eligibility, and reasonableness of budget items. The CJCC has full discretion to approve or deny funding based on the submitted materials.