The Brookville Volunteer Fire Co was awarded a $198,849 Project Grant under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044), administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant, awarded on August 13, 2024, will support the fire department's efforts to enhance the safety of public and firefighting personnel through critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements over a 24-month performance period ending on August 12, 2026. The AFG Program provides financial assistance to fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies to address equipment needs, personal protective gear, facility modifications, emergency response vehicle acquisitions, and implementation of health and wellness programs for first responders.
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