Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Kewanee Fire Department received a $175,000 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044), with an award date of September 27, 2025, and a completion date of September 26, 2027. As a municipal fire department serving Kewanee, Illinois, the department will utilize this funding to enhance fire prevention and safety capabilities within its jurisdiction. Based on the AFG Program's objectives and the recipient's historical use of such funding, the award is expected to support critical equipment acquisition, safety gear procurement, and infrastructure improvements necessary to strengthen emergency response and firefighting operations.

The AFG Program, administered by FEMA, is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. This particular award represents the City of Kewanee's continued participation in federal grant initiatives; the fire department has secured five documented AFG awards totaling approximately $1.455 million over the past five years. The funding directly supports the department's capacity to invest in vital resources that reduce operational risks and enhance the efficiency of fire and rescue incident response while serving the community of Kewanee.