Volunteer Recruitment Resources Assistance Grant (Texas)

Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program (Texas) is a grant from Texas A&M Forest Service that funds recognized non-profit volunteer fire departments in Texas for firefighting vehicles, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing, dry-hydrants, firefighter training, and volunteer recruitment resources. The program also provides emergency assistance following catastrophic events and declared states of disaster. Established by the 77th Texas Legislature in 2001, the program serves departments that could not otherwise access needed vehicles and equipment. Eligible applicants are non-profit volunteer or part-paid/part-volunteer fire departments with 20 or fewer paid members, located within a designated primary protection area in Texas. Equipment Round 4 awards are tentatively scheduled for May 15, 2026.

Fire Department Equipment Grant Program is a grant from State of Texas, Texas A&M Forest Service that funds equipment and apparatus purchases for rural and volunteer fire departments across Texas. The Texas A&M Forest Service administers this program as part of its broader mission to help fire departments increase their capacity to protect life and property. Through FireConnect, the agency manages the application process and tracks department assistance programs statewide. Awards can reach up to $50,000 per department. Eligible applicants are rural and volunteer fire departments certified in Texas.

Lowe's Hometowns Grant Program is sponsored by Lowe's. This program aims to restore and revitalize community spaces across the country through physical renovations. Consumers can nominate a community space in their hometown, such as a neighborhood garden, park, or community center. While broad, it can apply to infrastructure improvements within a community context.