Grants for Missouri Firefighters

Gov. Matt Blunt today announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded Missouri $142,686 in grants to support Missouri's fire departments and to help enhance Missourians safety.
"Missouri firefighters face dangerous situations each and every day to protect Missourians," Blunt said. "These grants will help ensure that our firefighters have the tools and resources they need to support their heroic deeds."

 The following fire departments received grants:

• Canton R-V Fire Protection District, Canton, $20,221
• Clinton Fire Department, Clinton, $57,000
• Hazelgreen Fire Protection District, Richland, $40,613
• Holcomb Fire Department, Holcomb, $24,852

The grants will help pay for operations and safety. The departments will use the grants to fund training, personal protective and other equipment, wellness and fitness, and modifications to fire stations and facilities.

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant program awards grants to local fire departments. The grant program provides the departments with the tools they need to enhance the safety of the public they serve and their firefighters.