AIG, IAFC Announce Wildfire Awareness and Preparedness Program Funding

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) announced that AIG member companies will provide funding for a grant program that provides local fire departments with resources to implement the Ready, Set, Go! Program (RSG).

The program, designed by the IAFC, promotes educational awareness and preparedness community outreach to those who live in high-risk wildland fire areas.

Through the trusted voice of local fire and emergency service agencies, the community learns how to best prepare while improving the safety for all involved if faced with a wildland fire event.

The funding provided by AIG will enhance community outreach efforts for several RSG members through tools, resources, and guidance necessary to deliver RSG’s simple, actionable preparedness and safety messages.

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