Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Chesapeake received a Project Grant award of $103,342.50 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044) on September 27, 2025. The award, with a performance period extending through September 26, 2027, supports the enhancement of public and firefighter safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. Based on the AFG program's scope, this funding likely supports critical activities such as equipment procurement, facility improvements, training programs, or health and wellness initiatives for the Chesapeake Fire Department and emergency response personnel.

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, administered by FEMA, is designed to strengthen emergency response capabilities and community resilience across the United States. The City of Chesapeake's award contributes to the broader national effort to equip fire departments and emergency services with necessary resources and training to protect both responders and the public from fire-related risks. This aligns with the city's established track record of securing federal funding for public safety infrastructure and emergency response capability upgrades.