First Responder Grants Awarded for 9th District, Says Brown

February 11, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) today announced local fire companies and emergency medical services (EMS) agencies were awarded state grants totaling $161,722 from the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.

The funding comes from an ongoing grant program created by the Legislature which is administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). Projects eligible for funding include construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, purchase or repair of equipment, training, or reduction of existing debt.

“This funding is a crucial investment in the safety and well-being of our communities,” said Brown. “Our first responders work tirelessly to protect us, and it is essential we provide them with the tools, equipment and facilities they need to do their jobs effectively. These grants will help ensure our local fire and EMS agencies are well-equipped and able to continue their critical services to the residents of the 9th District.”

Below is a list of local fire companies and EMS agencies and the amount they received:

• City of New Castle Fire Department – $13,000.
• Hickory Township Volunteer Fire Company – $12,879.
• Mahoning Township Volunteer Fire Department – $13,310.
• Neshannock Township Volunteer Fire Company – $15,892.
• New Wilmington Volunteer Firemen’s Association – $12,879.
• North Beaver Township Volunteer Fire Department – $13,094.
• Pulaski Township Volunteer Fire Department (fire) – $12,664.
• Pulaski Township Volunteer Fire Department (EMS) – $15,000.
• Shenango Area Fire District – $28,107.
• Taylor Township Volunteer Fire Department – $12,018.
• Union Township Volunteer Fire Department - $12,879.

All companies that apply and meet requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding. Companies must file a grant agreement with OSFC to receive their grants.

Representative Marla Brown
9th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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