The Butler Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. received a $113,399.10 Project Grant award on August 19, 2024 under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044) administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant funding will support the procurement of critical firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, facility modifications, and the implementation of health and wellness programs for the fire department's first responders. The 24-month performance period of the grant runs through August 18, 2026. The AFG Program provides financial assistance to fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies nationwide to enhance the safety of the public and firefighting personnel with respect to fire and fire-related hazards.
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