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Is FEHSF
a government agency?
No.
We are a non-profit corporation that capitalizes on our relationships
both
with current and former government officials and business leaders.
Our
501 (c) 3 status and independence allow us to make quick decisions,
unencumbered by bureaucratic red tape. |
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Why was
FEHSF started?
The founders of
FEHSF identified a need for a powerful national network of emergency
funding, financial aid, and community outreach in the
fight against terrorism. |
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How does FEHSF
raise funds for their grants?
Through our Executive Board, Board of Directors,
Foundations, Trustees, and sponsored public events. |
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What
are the funding priorities of FEHSF?
To fill in the 'gaps' in economic assistance
for Agents and families that are struggling due to death, illness,
injury, or other extreme circumstances. |
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What are
some of the recent grants made by FEHSF?
Individuals and families with members in
the following organizations are representative of our grants recipients:
the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Air Marshall
Program, the DEA, the US Secret Service, the Explorer's Club, and others.
To protect the privacy of those involved, actual names and locations
will not be disclosed publicly. |
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Who is
eligible to apply for an FEHSF grant?
A Federal Law Enforcement Agent or personnel
or their family. |
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How do I apply
for an FEHSF grant?
Please review our grant guidelines. |
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Do you give grants for more than one
year?
Every application is considered individually. Circumstances may
permit a repeated or extended grant. |
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Are
all contributions to FEHSF tax deductible?
Yes, all contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. |
