2023 Firefighter Grant Program

These grants were awarded to help firefighters purchase gear or life-saving equipment that would keep themselves and our communities safe during an emergency.

Since 2019, Cal Water’s Firefighter Grant Program has helped local fire departments protect both their teams and the communities they serve. These grants support the purchase of essential gear and life-saving equipment to ensure firefighters are prepared to respond effectively in emergencies.

Grants awarded to 8 applicants in 2023 totaling

$186,000

Since 2019, we’ve funded local fire departments

$854,000

Download 2023 Firefighter Grant PDF

Chico Fire Department

for ballistic personal protective equipment and bleeding control supplies to help firefighters save lives during and following incidents of mass violence.

Colma Fire Protection District

for a variety of hoses that will help the department quickly and efficiently fight fires, including those on high-rise buildings, to prevent fires from spreading.

Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department

for a Seek Thermal FirePRO X camera to recognize victims, fires, and escape routes in low-to zero-visibility conditions.

Montebello Fire Department

for a complete simulation system including a monitor, defribillator, and CPR and mobile media system, which will help train firefighters to handle increased medical emergency service calls.

Montery County Regional Fire Protection District

for 70 tactical helmets for firefighters to wear when responding to active shooter, violent, or potentially violent incidents.

Oroville Fire Department

for 10 handheld thermal imaging cameras that help firefighters quickly recognize movement in smoke-filled rooms.

Visalia Fire Department

for watertight batteries to power the department’s Jaws of Life, which are used to free victims of car accidents as well as for rescues in small spaces.