Assistance to firefighters grants

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded $112,918 to Meeksville Volunteer Fire Department Inc. on September 27, 2025, through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044). This 24-month project grant, with completion scheduled for September 26, 2027, supports critical operational enhancements and personnel development for the Troy, Alabama-based volunteer fire department. The funding enables acquisition of essential firefighting equipment, implementation of comprehensive training programs for emergency personnel, establishment of occupational health and wellness initiatives for first responders, and necessary infrastructure improvements to enhance the department's emergency response capacity.

As a civilian assistance award, this grant represents FEMA's continued investment in strengthening local firefighting capabilities and advancing public safety. The AFG program is specifically designed to enhance the safety of both the public and firefighters by equipping and training emergency personnel to recognized standards, retrofitting facilities to protect personnel from health hazards, and fostering operational efficiency. Meeksville Volunteer Fire Department Inc. has demonstrated sustained federal funding participation, having received three AFG awards totaling $509,822 since July 2024, reflecting the organization's active engagement in federally-supported safety improvements.