Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Orangeburg received a $240,000 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 is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety through financial assistance to fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies. While specific product and service details are not enumerated in the award documentation, the funding typically supports activities such as equipment procurement, training programs, facility modifications, and health and wellness initiatives for emergency responders.

The City of Orangeburg's award contributes to FEMA's broader commitment to strengthening firefighting capabilities and community resilience across the United States, aligning with the city's documented history of leveraging federal resources for public safety enhancements. The 24-month performance period allows the municipality to implement improvements that address critical fire and fire-related hazard mitigation needs within the Orangeburg community.