Hanbidge announces $90,000 awarded to local first responders

Rep. Liz Hanbidge February 14, 2025 | 2:38 PM

HARRISBURG, Feb. 14 – State Rep. Liz Hanbidge announced today that five local fire/EMS companies in her Montgomery County legislative district will receive a total of $90,368 in state grants to enhance their operations and emergency response efforts.

The funding is to be awarded as follows:

Centre Square Fire Co.: $16,322.
North Penn Volunteer Fire Co.: $15,030.
Towamencin Volunteer Fire Co.: $15,246.
Volunteer Medical Service Corps of Lansdale (Fire): $12,448.
Volunteer Medical Service Corps of Lansdale: $15,000.
Wissahickon Fire Co.: $16,322.

"Firefighters and EMTs are always there for us when we need them, and this funding helps ensure that they will continue to be supported with the resources they need to stay safe and serve our communities. It’s one way we can show our gratitude for their dedication and sacrifice," Hanbidge said.

The grant funding, administered through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner, may be used toward facility renovations, equipment, debt reduction, training, and more.

Additional details on the grant program are available online at https://www.pa.gov/services/osfc/fire-co-ems-grant.html.

A full list of awardees can be found here.

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