Benson Fire Department

Benson Fire Department Benson Fire Department Division is a municipal fire department registered as a U.S. local government entity in Benson, North Carolina to receive federal grants and assistance. Over the past few years, Benson Fire Department has been awarded several grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to enhance fire protection and emergency response capabilities.

The Benson Fire Department has received significant grant funding through FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. In 2023, they were awarded a $291,194 SAFER grant to bolster staffing and deployment from 2023-2027, ensuring adequate personnel to effectively respond to fires and emergencies in the community. Additionally, in February 2023 the department received a $233,520 AFG program grant for a two-year period to acquire new firefighting equipment and gear, directly improving firefighter safety and emergency response. In 2020, Benson Fire Department also secured a $66,667 AFG program grant for firefighter assistance. Through these grants from FEMA, Benson Fire Department has enhanced critical firefighting capabilities, staffing levels, safety equipment, and overall emergency preparedness to better protect residents.