Northwest Homer Fire Department Receives Grant For New Gear

HOMER GLEN, IL – The Northwest Homer Fire Protection District will be purchasing new Personal Protective Gear for firefighters thanks to a grant from Illinois American Water. According to IAW, the IAW 2017 Firefighter Grant Program provides financial assistance to fire and emergency organizations serving communities in its service areas. This year, approximately $75,000 will be awarded to 78 Illinois fire departments.

“We are proud to partner with our local firefighters. Illinois American Water tests and operates every fire hydrant annually. We also maintain all of the hydrants, over 29,000 across the state, in our service areas. We know the critical role water plays in protecting homes and businesses and we also know resources for our local heroes often runs short. Through this grant program, we are able to partner on another level and further support our local heroes,” Bruce Hauk, Illinois American Water President, said in a release.

Fire Chief Ken Vrba thanked Illinois American Water during the check presentation.

“Northwest Homer Fire Protection District thanks Illinois American Water for their $1000 grant used towards the upgrade of a set of firefighter gear. We appreciate our great working relationship with the company through the years,” Vrba said. “We are always looking for additional funds to help close budget gaps
and relieve additional taxes to our residents.”

Photo provided by Illinois American Water.