Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Waterbury received a $198,000 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044), awarded on September 30, 2025, with a completion date of September 29, 2027. The AFG program provides financial assistance to enhance public and firefighter safety through funding for equipment procurement, facility modifications, training programs, health and wellness initiatives, and personal protective equipment. While specific deliverables for this award are not detailed in the documentation provided, the funding aligns with the program's broad mandate to strengthen operational efficiency and community resilience within Waterbury's fire and emergency response services.

This award reflects FEMA's commitment to supporting municipal emergency preparedness and response capabilities nationwide, with the 24-month performance period enabling the City of Waterbury to implement targeted safety enhancements within its jurisdiction. The grant amount positions this award within the typical range of recent AFG distributions, which have ranged from approximately $137,000 to $2.96 million across diverse recipient organizations during the current funding cycle.