DCR 2025 Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Grant

The Department of Conservation and Recreation is opening the application period for 2025 VFC Grants. Non-profit rural call or volunteer fire departments providing service to populations of less than 10,000 and 80% or greater call volunteer firefighters are encouraged to apply. Funding available on a 50% reimbursement basis (NTE $3500) only. • The grant is for volunteer fire capacity. • The application period starts on December 9, 2025. • The submission deadline is January 23, 2026. • The grant is for non-profit rural call or volunteer fire departments. • The population served should be less than 10,000. • The grant requires a 50% reimbursement basis.