Funds for Firefighters
Funds for Firefighters grant program
Every day, volunteer firefighters step up to protect our communities — often with limited resources and a whole lot of heart. The Funds for Firefighters grant program was created to support those efforts and to recognize Black Hills Energy employees and family members who also serve as volunteer firefighters.
Through this program, we help local departments get the essential equipment and safety gear they need to stay protected and do their jobs effectively across our service territories.
Who can apply
If you're part of a volunteer fire department that serves a Black Hills Energy community, you're eligible to apply.
What the grant includes
- Grant amount: Up to $2,500 per department.
- What it covers: Firefighting equipment and safety gear.
- Deadline: Applications and the department’s W-9 are due April 10, 2026.
How to apply
Getting started is simple:
- Tell us about your department: Fill out the application to share who you are and how the grant will make a difference.
- Include supporting materials: Upload any helpful photos of the item(s) you're requesting, and don’t forget your department’s current W-9.
- Wait for review and notification: A review panel from your state will look over all submissions. Grant recipients will be notified in mid-May.
