Alton Fire Department Receives $10,000 Grant for Fire Suppression Equipment

SHAES buys drone with $10,000 grant

SOUTH HAVEN — South Haven Area Emergency Services has put into service a state-of-the-art drone thanks to a $10,000 grant from the South Haven Area Community Foundation.

Alton Fire Department Receives $10,000 Grant for Fire Suppression Equipment

Alton, MO. – As we all know, as money gets tighter year-over-year, and participation from the public shrinks, many fire departments are feeling the pressure. With many looking for new ways to maintain their force and equipment, many look to specific grants, such as in the case of the Alton Fire Department, who received one such grant. The AFD has received a $10,000 grant in a joint effort from Alton Bank and FHLB Des Moines. Officials with the c…