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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (Forestry Division)

Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Program — Minnesota

Federal Volunteer Fire Assistance pass-through funds for Minnesota fire departments serving communities under 10,000 population -- supports fire protection equipment (PPE, hose, nozzles, interoperable communications gear, converted federal-excess vehicles).

Status
Accepting applications
Deadline
December 1, 2026
Award
$1,000 – $5,000
Where
MN
Funder
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (Forestry Division)
Last verified
October 18, 2026

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