Ore Bank Pumpkin Center Volunteer Fire Dept., Inc.

Ore Bank Pumpkin Center Volunteer Fire Dept., Inc., doing business as Pumpkin Center Fire Dept., is a U.S. local government entity that provides fire protection and emergency response services to the community of Denver, NC. Registered in SAM.gov since October 2011, the department operates as a volunteer fire service organization dedicated to ensuring public safety and responding to various emergencies. Through federal grant awards, Pumpkin Center Fire Dept. has been able to enhance its capabilities, improve staffing, and acquire necessary equipment and training to better serve its community.

The department has received significant support through federal grant programs, primarily from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In February 2024, Pumpkin Center Fire Dept. was awarded a $553,982.94 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant to improve staffing and deployment capabilities over a three-year period. This funding will enable the department to enhance its fire protection and emergency response services. Additionally, the department has benefited from FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program, receiving a $199,599.18 grant in 2022 and a $63,233.00 grant in 2020. These Project Grants have supported efforts to improve public and firefighter safety related to fires and fire hazards. Through these federal grant awards, Pumpkin Center Fire Dept. has been able to acquire essential resources, equipment, and training, ultimately strengthening its ability to protect and serve the Denver, NC community.