Follow the steps to complete your application efficiently.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the MT Rural Fire Capacity Grant Application and open it for editing.
2. Begin by filling in the organization name, mailing address, city, state, and zip code related to the county fire council or organization involved in the application process.
3. Provide the primary point of contact information, including their name, primary phone number, email address, and title.
4. Indicate whether all fire service organizations in the application are funded and organized under Montana law by selecting 'Yes' or 'No.'
5. List the communities served by the application as indicated by the 2020 census, ensuring to include relevant details for accurate representation.
6. Answer questions regarding the reporting of wildland fire occurrences and the existence of an active Rural Fire Council, providing details where necessary.
7. Compile and list all fire departments participating in the application, including their fire department name, FDID, and individual project cost estimates from the attached appendices.
8. Complete Appendix A for each department, detailing contact information, the category of equipment, eligible cost-share items, quantities, unit costs, and total costs for each item.
9. In the grant request narrative, describe the need for financial assistance and how it will benefit the organization, providing clarity on funds usage.
10. Review the statement confirming the accuracy of the application, ensuring all requirements are acknowledged before signing and dating the document.
11. After completion, you can save changes, download, print, or share the filled-out application form as needed.

Submit your MT Rural Fire Capacity Grant Application online to ensure your community's fire safety needs are met.