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Application deadline was February 20, 2026 at 3 p.m. EST; awards announced March 27, 2026. Page is a news article from TN House GOP announcing the program open.
"Rescue Squad Grant Program (Tennessee)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Rescue Squad Grant Program (Tennessee) is sponsored by Tennessee Fire Marshal's Office. This program provides funding for Tennessee rescue squads to purchase equipment used for incident response and to protect the lives of squad members. Applications are scored internally and submitted to a seven-member committee for award selection.
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Rep. Lowell Russell announces applications open for Rescue Squad Grant Program — Tennessee House Republican Caucus Rep. Lowell Russell announces applications open for Rescue Squad Grant Program Application window closes at 3 p.
m. EST on Feb. 20 NASHVILLE, Tenn.
– State Rep. Lowell Russell , R-Vonore, is encouraging local rescue squads to apply for grant funding through Tennessee’s Rescue Squad Grant Program. The 114 th General Assembly approved $5 million in the 2025-26 state budget for rescue squads across the state to purchase lifesaving equipment.
“Our first responders are the backbone of our communities and I’m thrilled that we have been able to alleviate equipment costs through grant programs like this one,” Russell said. “This is an excellent opportunity to provide lifesaving equipment to communities across the state and I urge every eligible department to apply.
” Rescue squads provide a range of specialized services to communities including extrication, structural collapse response and swift water rescue. Awards are administered by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SMFO). Grantees are able to use funds to purchase equipment for incident response and to help protect the lives of rescue squad members.
Eligible rescue squads must have active registration with the Tennessee Secretary of State and submit a letter confirming they are recognized by their local government to provide rescue squad services. Applicants can find all required information for the Rescue Squad Grant Program on the SMFO website. For convenience, applications and resources are also linked below.
Rescue Squad Grant Program 2026 Application | Step-by-Step Guide for Registration | W-9 Form Awards are expected to be announced on March 27 at 3 p. m. EST.
Applicants with any questions about the grant application should contact Grants Director Loren Haynes at 615-806-3725 during business hours or by email at loren. haynes@tn. gov .
Lowell Russell represents District 21 in the Tennessee House of Representatives which includes part of Loudon and Monroe counties. Representative Lowell Russell
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tennessee rescue squads with active registration with the Tennessee Secretary of State and a local government recognition letter confirming authorized rescue squad status. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000,000 total statewide. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was February 20, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Rescue Squad Grant Program (Tennessee) is funded by Tennessee Fire Marshal's Office. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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