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Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Program - Massachusetts

MA DCR / USDA Forest Service · Statewide (communities under 10,000 pop.)

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Up to $2,000Grants averaging up to $2,000; ~45 awarded annually~August (annual)Deadline / status

Who's eligible

Rural, call, or 80%+ volunteer fire departments

Federal cost-share via DCR for small rural/volunteer fire departments to buy forest-fire tools, Class A foam, PPE, and suppression gear.

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