It was one of four grants awarded by the organization, which provides money for the needs of people and agencies in town.
The house, which looks like a mobile home, uses sounds, lighting and smoke to simulate fire and a variety of disasters, including severe weather conditions.
The unit will be used at schools and day care facilities to teach children what to do in the event of a fire.
The Fire Safety House is accessible to the handicapped and also can be used to teach adults the proper things to do in a fire.
It has several unique features, including non-toxic smoke and heated doors that warn potential victims of fire on the other side of the door.
The Fire Safety House will be ready for use for Fire Prevention Week in October, when the department is planning an open house for all residents.
The foundation awarded $66,350 in scholarships for Westbrook high school seniors and grants to several Westbrook residents already attending colleges.
Westbrook High School also received a $6,000 grant to purchase equipment that will make it possible for the school to participate in WTNH-TV Storm Team 8’s weather reporting network.
The foundation also made available $5,000 to children from Westbrook in need of assistance to attend YMCA Camp Hazen in Chester.
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