Federal Project Grant Award Summary

On September 27, 2025, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Headquarters Financial Assistance Awards issued a Project Grant totaling $132,670 to the Chamois Fire District in Chamois, Missouri, under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044). The award, with a completion date of September 26, 2027, supports the fire district's efforts to enhance public and firefighter safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. Based on the AFG Program's established objectives, this funding is intended to support critical infrastructure improvements, equipment procurement, training programs, or health and wellness initiatives for emergency responders serving the Chamois Fire District and surrounding community.

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, administered by FEMA, provides comprehensive federal funding to fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies to advance firefighter safety and operational efficiency. This award to Chamois Fire District aligns with the program's mission to strengthen emergency response capabilities and community resilience across the United States, with typical grant performance periods extending 24 to 36 months, consistent with the two-year project timeline established for this award.