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Rural Emergency Responders Initiative

 
Program
web site
http://www.raconline.org/pdf/cf_fire_rescue.pdf
Sponsor USDA Rural Development
Deadlines Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Purpose The Rural Development, through its community facilities program, provides funding for the Rural Emergency Responders Initiative to specifically strengthen the ability of rural communities to respond to local emergencies. The community facilities program funds are used to support rural emergency responder efforts by financing needed equipment and services.

Purchase or construction includes:

  • Jail
  • Fire Trucks
  • Fire Department Buildings
  • Police Stations
  • Multi Service Buildings FRPS
  • Mobil Communications Center
  • Civil Defense Buildings
  • Rescue and Ambulance Service Buildings
  • Rescue and Ambulance and Equipment
  • Service Communications Centers
  • Architectural & engineering fees, right of way and easements
  • Eligibility Non-profit corporations, federally recognized Indian Tribes, public bodies, special purpose districts, and authorities.
    Geographic
    coverage
    Nationwide
    Amount of
    funding
    Amount not specified.
    Application
    process
    Contact your USDA Rural Development State Office. A directory of state offices is available at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/recd_map.html.
     

    For more information contact:
    Contact your USDA Rural Development State Office. A directory of state offices is available at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/recd_map.html.

    Summaries of funding programs are provided by RAC for your convenience. Please contact the funder directly for the most complete and current information.