The Worcester Volunteer Fire Department received a $103,356 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on August 28, 2024. This 24-month project grant will support the procurement of critical equipment, training programs, and health/wellness initiatives to enhance the safety of firefighters and the public. The funding is part of FEMA's $291.6 million Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, which aims to improve emergency response...
The Grandview Volunteer Fire Department received a $133,800 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on July 23, 2024. The grant funding will support critical fire prevention and safety initiatives over a 24-month performance period ending on July 22, 2026. The grant will enable the fire department to procure necessary equipment, personal protective gear, and implement health and wellness programs for first responders. This award is...
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $500,000 Project Grant to the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044). The grant will be used to support the Academy's comprehensive training programs, educational initiatives, and emergency response preparedness efforts. Key products and services to be delivered include training covering fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials...
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $111,744 Project Grant under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044) to Professional Fire Fighters, a nonprofit organization, to enhance fire prevention and safety. The funding, with a performance period from July 2024 to July 2026, will support critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements for fire departments and emergency response personnel. The grant aims to address...
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $1,440,275.22 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) to the City of Providence, Providence Fire Department on September 26, 2024. The funding will be used over a 24-month period to enhance the safety and operational effectiveness of the city's fire department and emergency response services. Key objectives include acquiring critical personal protective equipment, emergency response vehicles, firefighter training programs, and...
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $188,600 Project Grant to Southern Area Fire And Emergency Rescue in Dallastown, PA under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) program. The grant, awarded on Jul 30, 2024, has a performance period of 24 months ending on Jul 29, 2026. The funding will support the acquisition of critical firefighting equipment, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives for the department's...
The Kripplebush Fire District was awarded a $120,000 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) program. The grant, with a period of performance from July 15, 2024 to July 14, 2026, will support critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements for the fire department. The funding is intended to enhance the safety of public and firefighting personnel with respect to fire and...
The Saco Valley Fire Association received a $140,000 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) program. The grant, awarded on August 14, 2024, will support the acquisition of critical infrastructure, equipment, training, and health and wellness initiatives for the fire department over a 24-month period through August 13, 2026. The funding is part of FEMA's broader effort to enhance public and firefighter...
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $471,900 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) to the Citizens Fire Company No 1 of Gordon, PA on August 19, 2024. The 24-month project grant will support the acquisition of critical firefighting equipment and infrastructure improvements to enhance the safety and operational capabilities of the fire department. Specifically, the funding will enable the fire company to procure personal protective equipment, emergency response...
The Town of Yarmouth in Massachusetts received a $120,001 project grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program (CFDA 97.044) to enhance firefighter safety. The goal of the AFG program is to improve public and firefighter safety related to fires and other hazards through funding for equipment, training, and other resources to support first responder preparedness and response capabilities. Specifically, the grant awarded on August...