Jackson Chamber offering grants for emergency departments

The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications from community first responders for matching grant funds to improve the emergency services in the county.

According to the chamber, each request can be for up to $500 through the Jackson Chamber Foundation. Organizers hope the grants increase the level of service provided to the community through training and equipment improvements.

The deadline to apply is October 4th.

The chamber is also hosting its third annual first responders appreciation breakfast next month.

The event will be on Friday October 25th at Pewter Hall in Brownstown. Members of all Jackson County first responder departments such as law enforcement, fire, medics, or corrections officers are invited to attend.

Dan Robison, director of the Jackson County Chamber, said the event provides an opportunity for the community “to give back and show some respect and appreciation to the folks who serve our community with great commitment.”

The breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. The event is free but you are asked to register.

For more information, to apply for the grant or register for the breakfast you can email [email protected]