Volunteer firefighter grant application
Hardin CountyTennessee- Detected
- Oct 19, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Sector
- Grants
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From the meeting
At its October 19, 2026 meeting the commission was asked to approve applying for the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program for the Hardin County Fire Department. The packet includes state rules showing the program funds firefighting equipment and training and may involve matching funds. This is a grant-seeking signal, not an award.
Follow up with the fire department on the intended equipment list, match requirement, and submission timing.
- Meeting date
- October 19, 2026
- Agency
- Hardin County
Questions about this project
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When will Hardin County issue an RFP for this project?
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