Local Fire, EMS Receive State Grants, Says Greiner

February 13, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Keith J. Greiner (R-Upper Leacock) announced today that 

The grants may be used for construction or renovation of a unit’s station, the purchase or repair of equipment, training, debt reduction, education and public outreach, as well as staff recruitment and retention efforts. 

“Here in Lancaster County, we rely heavily on our local firefighters and emergency medical personnel to protect us and our property in emergencies,” said Greiner. “To be effective, they need the right equipment and well-trained personnel. These grants will help them get what they need.”

This year’s grant recipients are as follows:

• Bareville Fire Co. No.1 - $13,740.
• Ephrata Community Ambulance Assn. - $15,000.
• Farmersville Fire Co. - 15,461.
• Garden Spot Fire Rescue - $26,718.
• Gordonville Fire Co. and Ambulance Assn., doing business as Pequea Valley Fire Dept. 
(FIRE) - $26,601.
(EMS) - $15,000.
• Intercourse Fire Co. - $13,525.
• Lincoln Fire Co. No.1 - $28,322.
• Martindale Volunteer Fire Co. - $13,525.
• New Holland Ambulance Assn. - $30,000.
• Pioneer Steam Fire Engine Co. No.1 - $16,322
• Upper Leacock Fire Co. - $12,664.
• West Earl Fire Co. No.1 - $16,322.

All fire companies, EMS services and volunteer rescue squads are eligible to apply for the annual grant program, which is funded solely with state gaming proceeds. The funding amounts are contingent on the recipients filing their grant agreements with the Office of State Fire Commissioner.


Representative Keith J. Greiner, CPA
43rd Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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