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Grant Boosts Volunteer Firefighters | Chico News

Volunteer firefighters across California just got a major boost—$10,000 each from State Farm’s Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, part of a $1.5 million national effort. With 82% of U.S. fire departments relying on volunteers and budgets tighter than a cheap t-shirt, this funding helps them upgrade gear, improve communication, and stay safer on the job. Since launching in 2024, the program has already invested $4 million to support these unsung heroes who show up first—no matter what—and deserve better tools to protect their communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…

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