Federal Grant Award Summary

The Town of Erwin received a $150,500 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG, CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on September 27, 2025, with a performance period extending through September 26, 2027. This Project Grant supports fire service operations and emergency response capabilities in Erwin, Tennessee, through funding for equipment procurement, facility improvements, training programs, health and wellness initiatives, vehicle acquisition, and personal protective equipment (PPE) for firefighting personnel.

The AFG program, administered by FEMA Headquarters Financial Assistance Awards, is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety by equipping emergency personnel to recognized standards and outfitting responders with compliant protective equipment. The Town of Erwin's award represents one of FEMA's ongoing investments in local fire department capacity, supporting the municipality's efforts to modernize emergency response infrastructure and maintain compliance with occupational safety requirements for its fire service.