Hickory Volunteer Fire DPT

Hickory Volunteer Fire DPT is a non-profit organization located in New Castle, Pennsylvania, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since March 2, 2012, with a registration valid until February 11, 2026. As a corporate entity with tax-exempt status, the organization is dedicated to providing essential fire protection and public safety services to its rural community. While specific details about the department's internal operations are not provided, its federal grant award history indicates a focus on infrastructure development and emergency services enhancement.

The organization has received multiple federal grant awards that support its mission of improving community safety and emergency response capabilities. In March 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service awarded Hickory Volunteer Fire DPT a $375,000 Community Facilities Loans and Grants program grant to support infrastructure and essential service development. Additionally, the department has received two Assistance to Firefighters Grants from FEMA HQ Financial Assistance Awards: one in June 2023 for a two-year period and another in August 2024, also with a two-year duration. These grants likely support equipment acquisition, training, safety improvements, or operational enhancements for the fire department. The consistent receipt of federal grants demonstrates the organization's ability to secure funding for critical community safety initiatives and its commitment to maintaining and improving emergency response capabilities in its rural service area.