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2026 Wildfire Season Staffing Grant is sponsored by Oregon State Fire Marshal. This grant funds local fire agencies to hire additional firefighters for the fire season, aiming to reduce response times and keep fires small and away from communities. Priority is given to smaller, rural fire agencies that may depend on volunteers.
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State fire marshal announces 2026 Wildfire Season Staffing Grant recipients In preparation for the upcoming wildfire season, the Oregon State Fire Marshal has awarded nearly $6 million in grants to boost response staffing across Oregon. The agency’s 2026 Wildfire Season Staffing Grant was awarded to 180 local fire agencies, providing up to $35,000 to bring on extra firefighters through October.
“Over the years, we have offered this grant to the Oregon fire service, and it has been a game changer,” State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said. “The Oregon fire service has been able to prevent fires from escalating to a much larger, more costly regional or statewide responses. ” Local fire agencies can use the funding to hire seasonal firefighters or pay for additional shift work.
The goal of the grant is to reduce response times and keep fires small and from impacting Oregon communities. The wildfire season staffing grant is in its fifth year and each summer proves to be a valuable investment in the Oregon fire service. Smaller, rural fire agencies that may depend on volunteers for response are prioritized in the grant process.
Having dedicated staff has led to several agencies being able to respond to other life-safety emergencies. “I can say without hesitation this grant had a direct and immediate impact on our ability to respond to the Alder Springs and Flat fires in 2025,” Fire Chief Sean Hartley with Crooked River Ranch Fire and Rescue said.
“The additional personnel funded by the grant meant we had more firefighters available when these large incidents occurred. This support strengthened our operational readiness when it mattered most. ” A list of recipient agencies can be found on the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s website .
Recognizing the importance of this grant, the Oregon Legislature has allocated funding for the grant in 2027. The Oregon State Fire Marshal became an independent state agency in July 2023. The agency is dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment from fire and hazardous materials.
The Oregon State Fire Marshal works with local fire agencies, communities, and other partners to strengthen fire prevention, preparedness, and response statewide. Please note: the Oregon State Fire Marshal is no longer an office. Oregon State Fire Marshal https://www.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local fire agencies (fire districts and departments) in Oregon. Smaller, rural fire agencies are prioritized. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $35,000 per agency. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
2026 Wildfire Season Staffing Grant is funded by Oregon State Fire Marshal. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Oregon. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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