Congressman Kim Helps Secure $22,973 in Grant Funding for Bordentown Fire Rescue Equipment and Training

BORDENTOWN, N.J. – Today, Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) announced that the Township of Bordentown was awarded $22,973 from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) through FEMA to purchase new rescue equipment and a training course for firefighters to build off their continued work to prioritize the community’s safety.

“As our communities grow and new challenges arise, we ask our first responders to adapt and put the safety of our neighbors before their own. I am proud to connect them with resources to help them manage the unique and evolving demands they encounter every day,” said Congressman Kim. “As they work tirelessly to keep up with increased demand, I am glad this grant funding will be there to help our Bordentown Township firefighters continue providing excellent, selfless service while staying safe and protecting our communities.”

The AFG program provides funding to fire departments across the country for a wide range of equipment. Bordentown Township Fire District #2 will use the grant funding to replace out-of-date and non-compliant equipment, purchase new rope rescue equipment, and fund a rope rescue training course for firefighters with the new equipment. The equipment and training will assist their service in high population and traffic areas.

“We would like to extend our gratitude to Congressman Andy Kim and Senator Cory Booker for helping to secure these funds for Fire District #2. This gift will allow our firefighters to replace outdated rope rescue equipment and participate in further rope rescue training programs in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association. The equipment, coupled with a commitment to training, means that our hometown fire department will continue to be the vanguard of the fire service. Grants play an important role in lessening the tax burden on residents and we encourage residents to stop by the station to see how these funds have enhanced their fire protection and emergency response in Bordentown Township,” said Chief Robert MacFarland, Bordentown Township Fire District #2.

Congressman Kim was proud to work with Bordentown Township to support their pursuit of this federal grant. If your organization or nonprofit is applying for a federal grant, our office has a dedicated Grants Director who is available to submit a letter of support on your behalf, connect you with a federal grant liaison to answer application questions, obtain feedback about a previously denied grant to strengthen your next application, or work with congressional liaisons to research potential federal grant opportunities.

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