Pembroke Rural Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

Pembroke Rural Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. is a local government-owned entity registered in SAM.gov, serving the Pembroke, Kentucky community as a critical emergency services provider. The organization is specifically focused on providing firefighting and emergency response capabilities to its local area, operating as a volunteer fire department that serves the public safety needs of its community. Registered in SAM.gov since May 10, 2013, with current registration valid until November 14, 2025, the department primarily receives federal grant awards from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support its operational infrastructure, equipment procurement, and staffing capabilities.

The department has consistently received federal grants through two primary FEMA programs: the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant program. These grants have enabled the fire department to procure critical firefighting equipment, purchase personal protective gear, implement training programs, and improve staffing deployment capabilities. Specifically, the organization has received multiple recent awards, including a $350,000 AFG project grant in August 2024, an $188,400 AFG project grant in August 2024, and a $104,800 SAFER grant in November 2023. These federal grants have a consistent focus on enhancing the department's emergency response infrastructure, with funding periods ranging from 2 to 4 years, and are designed to improve the safety and operational effectiveness of the Pembroke Rural Volunteer Fire Department's emergency services.