The Grant County Fire District #7 in Soap Lake, Washington received a $259,025.59 Project Grant award on August 19, 2024 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044). This funding is intended to enhance the safety of the public and firefighting personnel by supporting the acquisition of firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, and potentially implementing training programs and facility modifications. The AFG Program provides financial assistance to fire departments and emergency medical service organizations to improve their capability to respond to fires and fire-related hazards. The Grant County Fire District #7 has been the recipient of multiple significant federal grants from FEMA, including a previous $513,950 AFG grant and a $590,400 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant, demonstrating the district's ongoing commitment to improving emergency response capabilities and community resilience through strategic investments.
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