Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The City of Oak Grove received a $340,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG, CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) effective September 30, 2025, with a completion date of September 29, 2027. This Project Grant falls under FEMA's AFG program, which is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety regarding fire and fire-related hazards. The award funding supports eligible activities that may include acquiring emergency response equipment and vehicles, equipping and training emergency personnel to recognized standards, providing compliant personal protective equipment, retrofitting facilities to protect personnel from health hazards, and designing health, wellness, and resiliency programs for responders.

The City of Oak Grove will implement AFG-funded initiatives across Cedar and Oak Grove, Minnesota, to strengthen emergency response capabilities and operational efficiencies within its jurisdiction. As a typical AFG award, the funding enables local fire departments and emergency services to enhance their capacity to respond to fire emergencies while advancing firefighter safety and community resilience objectives. The 24-month performance period allows the awardee to plan, procure, and execute projects that align with the broader AFG program goals of improving emergency preparedness and responder protection.