Indiana Homeland Security Foundation Awards More Than $175,000 in Grants to Local Public Safety Agencies

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Governor Mike Pence today announced the Indiana Homeland Security Foundation has approved more than $175,000 in grants to aid local public safety agencies statewide.

"These grants demonstrate Indiana's commitment to the safety and security of its citizens," said Governor Pence. "These funds and this program are saving Hoosier lives. They allow public safety agencies to purchase equipment that support daily operations and enhance their abilities to provide lifesaving responses. This administration is proud to continue to partner with our local safety officials to prioritize the wellbeing of Hoosiers."

Awards were given to 48 recipients in 36 counties. Recipients include local fire departments, emergency medical services, law enforcement and emergency management agencies in all 10 Indiana Department of Homeland Security districts.

The focus of the foundation is to support the future of public safety and to provide grant funding to local agencies for critical needs across Indiana. Grants provide up to $4,000. Eligible projects include:

* Equipping emergency responders with personal protective equipment;
* Acquiring equipment for use by emergency responders;
* Providing radios and technology equipment; and
* Training for emergency responders

In 2015, the Indiana Homeland Security Foundation awarded more than $370,000 in grants to aid local public safety agencies. The Indiana Homeland Security Foundation is funded through the purchase of "Secure Indiana" license plates. These funds provide grants to public safety agencies and scholarships to students statewide.

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