Tennessee American Water is now accepting applications for its 2026 Firefighting Support Grant Program, which provides funding to eligible professional and volunteer fire departments for equipment and training needs.

The program is open to uniformed fire departments located within Tennessee American Water’s service area, as well as departments that provide fire protection services to the company’s customers.

“Fire departments are on the front lines of protecting communities across our state every day,” said Grant Evitts, president of Tennessee American Water. “We’re proud to support fire companies and their work with resources that help keep people, essential infrastructure and community services safe.”

Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded to help departments purchase equipment or fund training opportunities.

Last year, Tennessee American Water awarded 17 grants to fire departments serving Hamilton, Marion and Sequatchie counties, as well as communities in northwest Georgia.

Applications are available on Tennessee American Water’s website under the Community section or directly at: https://www.amwater.com/tnaw/News-Community/firefighter-grant-program.

Completed applications must be emailed or postmarked by Monday, August 31. Grant recipients will be notified in September.