PR Newswire·Nov 12, 2026, 3:11 PM ET

New Jersey American Water Opens 2027 Volunteer Fire and EMS Grant Program

New Jersey American Water opened applications for its 2027 Volunteer Fire & EMS Grant Program with a submission deadline of April 2, 2027.
The maximum grant award has increased from $2,500 to $5,000 per organization, bringing the total program funding to approximately $50,000.
The earlier launch & extended application window allow departments more time to assess needs, align requests with budgeting processes, & plan for the upcoming year.
Eligible recipients include volunteer fire departments, ambulance squads, rescue squads, & other emergency response organizations within the company's service areas.
Funds can be used to purchase personal protective equipment, communications tools, first aid supplies, firefighting gear, water-handling equipment, vehicle equipment, & qualifying training materials.
The program is now in its 17th year, having awarded 353 grants totaling over $587,500 to 176 local organizations since its 2011 launch.
Applications & requirements are available on the New Jersey American Water Volunteer Fire & EMS Grant Program webpage, with inquiries directed to Kate Brown at [email protected].