Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Racine received a $280,285 Project Grant 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 is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety by providing financial assistance for critical infrastructure improvements, equipment procurement, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives. While the specific products and services to be delivered under this Racine award are not detailed in the provided documentation, the funding will support one or more activities consistent with the program's objectives, such as fire prevention equipment, firefighter training, facility modifications, or emergency response capabilities.

As a municipality with an established history of securing federal funding for public safety and community development initiatives, the City of Racine will leverage this AFG award to advance its local fire and emergency services operations. The 24-month performance period aligns with the typical project duration for AFG awards, allowing the city to implement planned safety enhancements across its fire service infrastructure or personnel development programs.