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Find similar grantsFire Department Equipment Grant (Individual and Joint) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM). This grant provides funding for qualifying fire departments and local government entities to purchase personal protective clothing, SCBA, communications equipment, and other miscellaneous equipment.
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Ohio State Fire Marshal awards $2M in equipment and training grants to 148 fire departments Powered by the GrantFinder Team Welcome to the new and improved FireRescue1 GrantFinder! FireRescue1 GrantFinder unites powerful tools, corporate partnerships, and unmatched expertise into one platform.
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Equipment and training grants awarded to over 100 Ohio fire departments The Ohio State Fire Marshal awarded grants to departments across the state as part of a $14.
5 million fire service funding cycle The funding from these grants will help equip fire departments throughout Ohio with the resources they need to purchase essential gear, strengthen training opportunities, and enhance overall readiness to protect Ohio communities, according to a news release.
| DOWNLOAD: Navigating fire service grants: From preparation to rescue-ready equipment The Equipment Grant program is providing $2 million to 148 fire departments across 72 counties. These funds will be used to purchase critical equipment such as protective turnout gear, rescue tools and other life-saving items that support firefighter safety and emergency response capabilities.
Oberlin Fire Department, $12,041 Florence Fire Department, $13,644 New London Fire Department, $15,000 Willard Fire Department, $14,280 In addition, the Training Reimbursement Grant is providing $500,000 to 198 departments in 75 counties. This funding helps offset the cost of firefighter training and certification courses, allowing departments to maintain high professional standards without placing additional strain on budgets.
LaGrange Fire and Rescue, $4,200 Oberlin Fire Department, $2,700 South Amherst Fire Department, $11,700 Wellington Community Fire Rescue, $8,700 Huron River JT Fire District, $675 Willard Fire Department, $1,150 “Ohio fire departments, large and small, career and volunteer, show unwavering dedication to the communities they serve,” said State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon in the release.
“These grants allow us to support that dedication by ensuring our firefighters have the tools, equipment, and training they need to perform their jobs safely and effectively. ” This announcement marks the latest round of investments the State Fire Marshal’s office has made in Ohio’s fire service during the most recent grant cycle.
In addition to the Equipment and Training Reimbursement grants, the office has awarded funding through the MARCS Grant and the recent Small County Volunteer Fire Department Grant, which was established by the General Assembly via House Bill 96. In total, the Division has awarded $14. 5 million in funding to fire departments across Ohio during this grant cycle.
Since 2020, the Division has awarded over $51. 5 million in grant funding. “These grants reflect our ongoing mission to strengthen fire protection in every corner of the state,” Reardon said.
“We are proud to partner with Ohio’s fire service to ensure they have the resources they need to keep their communities safe. ” For additional details on grant funding and recipients, visit the Division’s interactive Grants Dashboard at com. ohio.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible fire departments must serve a population of less than 25,000, be in compliance with the Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund outlined in Ohio Revised Code 146, and have submitted incident fire reports for th…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Fire Department Equipment Grant (Individual and Joint) is funded by Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Multi-Agency Radio Communication System (MARCS) Grant (Ohio) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM). The MARCS Grant assists fire departments serving a population of 25,000 or less with systems, equipment, or services that are part of, integrated with, or interoperable with the State of Ohio's Multi-Agency Radio Communications System (MARCS).
Individual and Joint Fire Department Equipment Grant (Ohio) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM). This grant supports fire departments in Ohio with the purchase of allowable equipment such as protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and communications gear. Eligible departments must serve a population of 25,000 or less and comply with the Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund.
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