Oneida Castle Fire Dept

Oneida Castle Fire Department is a non-profit organization registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since September 14, 2011, with current registration valid until February 4, 2025. Located in Oneida, New York, the department serves the local community by providing critical emergency response services and fire protection. As a fire department, its primary mission involves protecting residents through emergency medical services, fire suppression, rescue operations, and community safety initiatives.

The department has been a consistent recipient of federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), particularly through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) programs. In March 2023, Oneida Castle Fire Department was awarded a significant $296,250 SAFER Grant to enhance its staffing and deployment capabilities, with the project extending through June 19, 2027. Additional federal grant awards in August 2023 and 2024 further demonstrate the department's ongoing commitment to improving emergency response infrastructure. These grants specifically focus on supporting local fire departments in improving their ability to respond to emergencies, ensuring adequate community protection from fire and other hazards. The federal funding enables the department to invest in critical resources, potentially including personnel training, equipment acquisition, and operational enhancements that directly contribute to public safety and emergency preparedness in the Oneida community.