South Toe Fire Rescue

South Toe Fire Rescue is a non-profit fire and emergency services organization located in Burnsville, North Carolina, serving the local community through critical emergency response and firefighting capabilities. Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since November 2009, with current registration valid through January 2026, the organization operates as a corporate tax-exempt entity focused on providing essential public safety services. The fire rescue division is dedicated to protecting lives and property through emergency response, firefighting, and community safety initiatives in the Burnsville area.

The organization has been a recipient of federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), specifically targeting critical public safety infrastructure and staffing needs. In November 2024, South Toe Fire Rescue was awarded a $143,000 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant, a four-year project designed to enhance emergency response capabilities through improved staffing and recruitment strategies. Additionally, the organization received an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in December 2022, further supporting its operational capabilities. The entity has also participated in disaster recovery efforts, as evidenced by a sub-grant award from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety in May 2025, indicating its involvement in broader emergency management and response initiatives. These federal grant awards demonstrate South Toe Fire Rescue's commitment to maintaining and improving emergency services through targeted federal funding programs that support local fire departments and public safety infrastructure.