Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program
Forecasted
The Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program funds Tennessee volunteer fire departments for essential equipment and training, boosting safety and readiness through support from the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Application Response Deadline (projected) | December 2026: Deadline for Corrections (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20 million total for FY 2025–2026; typical awards support equipment purchase or federal grant match reimbursement.
Summary: Supports Tennessee volunteer fire departments with funding for firefighting equipment and training, including federal grant match reimbursement.
Key Information: Only volunteer departments (less than 51% full-time staff) with SFMO recognition are eligible.
Description
This program, administered by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance's State Fire Marshal's Office, provides critical financial support to volunteer fire departments across Tennessee. The goal is to help departments afford essential firefighting equipment and training by offering both direct state-funded grants and reimbursement for the local cost share of federally awarded grants. The program ensures that departments serving Tennessee communities can maintain safety standards, comply with regulations, and improve their operational readiness.
