Fire District #13 Pierce County

Pierce County Fire Protection District 13, a local government entity based in Tacoma, Washington, serves as a critical emergency response organization providing firefighting and fire protection services to its community. Registered with the federal government since October 2014, the district qualifies as a prime federal grant recipient and has established itself as an eligible entity for federal funding programs designed to support fire departments and emergency responders. The fire district operates as a U.S. local government entity focused on enhancing public safety and operational capabilities through federal financial assistance programs.

Pierce County Fire Protection District 13 has demonstrated participation in multiple federal grant programs that support emergency services infrastructure and pandemic response efforts. Most notably, the district received a $240,200 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program, which commenced on September 30, 2025 and extends through September 29, 2027. This award supports critical operational enhancements including infrastructure improvements, equipment procurement, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives designed to improve firefighting personnel safety and community resilience. Additionally, the fire district received federal grant sub-awards through the Washington State Military Department for emergency protective measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, with funding dated February 16, 2022. These sub-grants, managed through FEMA disaster relief funding (FEMA-4481-DR-WA), provided emergency assistance to support the district's response to the pandemic and its public health impacts. Through these federal grant mechanisms, Pierce County Fire Protection District 13 has accessed resources to strengthen its operational efficiency, modernize equipment and facilities, maintain personnel readiness, and address emergency preparedness needs.