Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded $189,600 to Humphreys County Board of Supervisors under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program (CFDA 97.044) on September 30, 2025, with a completion date of September 29, 2027. This Project Grant supports emergency response capabilities in Belzoni, Mississippi, through equipment acquisition, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives for firefighters and emergency responders. The AFG program aims to enhance public and firefighter safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards by equipping and training emergency personnel to recognized standards, providing compliant personal protective equipment (PPE), and fostering operational efficiencies and community resilience.

The funding enables Humphreys County to strengthen its first responder infrastructure and emergency management capacity through investments in critical equipment and personnel development. As a county-level governmental entity with demonstrated federal grant management experience, the Board of Supervisors will leverage these federal resources to support emergency response operations and enhance the readiness and wellness of emergency personnel serving the county over the two-year performance period.