The County of Lenoir, a local government entity in North Carolina, was awarded a $493,312.50 Project Grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) program. The grant period runs from July 25, 2024 to July 24, 2026. The goal of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The funding will be used by the County of Lenoir to procure critical firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, conduct safety-focused training for first responders, and implement health and wellness programs for the local fire department. As a sub-recipient, the county also frequently partners with the State of North Carolina to administer federal funding for social services, public health, and disaster recovery initiatives that benefit the local community.
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