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MARTINSVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

The Martinsville Fire Department was organized in 1891 as a volunteer agency.   Today more than 100 years later, volunteers continue serving Martinsville.  Known as Martinsville Volunteer Fire Company, these Samaritans aid Martinsville Fire & EMS by performing the same duties as the career personnel.  Volunteers ride along on engine companies, provide fire suppression, answer medical calls, attend free training courses, and other exciting duties.

 The company has been very active since its inception.  Volunteers save the City of Martinsville numerous dollars each year.   If not for the volunteers, department activity would be reduced or more revenue would be necessary to support additional personnel.   Volunteers even assist with fire prevention projects.  Additionally, they raise funds and purchase equipment that the department normally would not be able to purchase.

 BENEFITS OF BECOMING A FIRE OR RESCUE VOLUNTEER

• Challenge.
• Excitement.  Flashing lights, sirens, radio calls for help, extinguishing a structure fire, aiding a drowning victim, or helping a badly injured accident victim.
• Give something back to your community.
• Help your family, friends, or neighbors in a time of need.  The next call for assistance may be at your home.
• Free training that may be used to initiate a new career.  Many local volunteers have new professions due to certifications earned as a volunteer.
• Annual appreciation gift or events.
• Personal development.
• Social relationships.  Meet new friends.
• Leadership / Management experience.  The fire department and rescue squad have leaders performing various administrative duties.  This golden opportunity may just give you that edge for career advancement.
• Stipend program.  City volunteers are eligible for a small fee per call answered.
• Free immunizations.

 Volunteers are needed to answer the City's emergency calls.
Don’t wait.  Volunteer now.
Whether Martinsville Volunteer Fire Company,
Martinsville Fire & EMS Explorers, or
Martinsville-Henry County Rescue Squad,
become that someone special.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER!
For additional information or to become a volunteer,
contact Martinsville Fire & EMS,
Division Chief at
Call now! (276) 403-5203

You can fill out an application online and e-mail it to the Martinsville Fire & EMS
MVFC Application

Active members of the Martinsville Volunteer Fire Department

            Charter Members of the Martinsville Volunteer Fire Company

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