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Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant
Closed$1,000-$5,00050:50 match basis; approximately 120-140 grants awarded in Minnesota annuallyApplications accepted Sept 1 - Dec 1 annually; next window opens Sept 1, 2026 and closes Dec 1, 2026Deadline / status
Who's eligible
Rural/volunteer fire departments
About this program
Matching grants of $1,000–$5,000 help Minnesota rural fire departments buy wildland suppression gear, safety equipment, and rural water storage systems.
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