The Town of Johnston received $155,966 in federal funding through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044), administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), with an award date of September 27, 2025, and a completion date of September 26, 2027. This project grant supports critical public safety and emergency response capabilities by funding firefighter equipment, training, and health and wellness initiatives. The AFG program is designed to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards through equipment acquisition, personnel training to recognized standards, personal protective equipment, facility improvements, emergency response vehicles, and health and wellness programs.
Based on the Town of Johnston's demonstrated federal grant portfolio, these funds are likely allocated toward equipping and training emergency personnel, acquiring necessary protective gear and emergency response equipment, or implementing health and wellness programs for firefighting personnel. The award reflects FEMA's continued investment in supporting municipal fire departments and emergency services organizations to enhance operational efficiency and community resilience in Rhode Island.