Federal Grant Award Summary

Bachelors Hall VOL Fire Dept Inc. received a Project Grant award of $249,357 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044) effective September 30, 2025, with a completion date of September 29, 2027. The AFG Program, administered by FEMA, is designed to enhance the safety of public and firefighting personnel by providing financial assistance to fire departments for critical infrastructure improvements, equipment procurement, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives.

This 24-month project award supports the fire department's efforts to strengthen operational capabilities and emergency response readiness in Danville, Virginia. While specific project deliverables are not detailed in the award documentation, AFG funding typically supports equipment acquisition, facility modifications, training development, and wellness programs for emergency responders. The grant reflects FEMA's commitment to bolstering firefighter safety and community resilience across the United States through targeted federal investment in local fire service organizations.