Federal Grant Award Summary

The Town of Addison received a $129,000 Project Grant award on September 27, 2025, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044). This award, with a completion date of September 26, 2027, supports the enhancement of public and firefighter safety through improved emergency response capabilities. Based on the town's demonstrated pattern of utilizing AFG funding and the program's authorized uses, the grant funds activities that may include procurement of firefighting equipment and resources, training programs for local fire department personnel, and operational enhancements to strengthen emergency response readiness.

The award represents FEMA's continued support for fire department modernization in Addison, Alabama, and aligns with the broader AFG program objectives to equip and train emergency personnel to recognized standards, acquire emergency response capabilities, and foster community resilience. The Town of Addison directly manages this federal funding with no identified subcontractors or prime partners, ensuring local implementation of grant-funded activities at the place of performance in Addison, AL 35540.