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Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Wildland Fire Grant

Louisiana Dept of Agriculture & Forestry / USDA Forest Service · Statewide (rural communities <=10,000 population)

Closed

Cost-share50/50 federal match; up to $10,000 per itemApplications closed Jul 1, 2026; next cycle not announced as of Aug 2026Deadline / status

Who's eligible

Rural volunteer fire departments (>=80% volunteer)

50/50 matching grants help rural volunteer fire departments buy wildland firefighting gear, hoses, pumps and communications equipment.

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