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Vermont Wildland Fire Gear (VWFG) Grant

Vermont Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation · Statewide (rural communities, population under 10,000)

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Up to $3,00050% of total costs, up to $3,000 per department/town2026 window opened May 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm and closed Jun 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm; no 2027 dates announced as of Aug 1, 2026Deadline / status

Who's eligible

Rural volunteer/municipal fire departments

About this program

Reimburses rural Vermont fire departments (population under 10,000) for 50% of wildland fire suppression gear costs, up to $3,000 per department.

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