Volunteer fire departments across Oklahoma are getting some financial help that could save lives.

cherokee nation donates 500k to firefighters
Credit: The Cherokee Nation

The Cherokee Nation is giving nearly $500,000 to 131 Oklahoma volunteer fire departments.

The federally-recognized government of the Cherokee people made the announcement Monday night during the tribe’s annual Volunteer Firefighter Ceremony at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tulsa.

“Volunteer firefighters are committed to the communities they serve, and they deserve…