The Good Intent Hose Co. No 1 is an all volunteer organization. Our Hose Company is supported almost entirely out of donations from private citizens.
The cost of running a fire station is enormous. Not only do we have our bills for Heat, Fuel and Telephone. We also have to buy new equipment.
The average cost of a complete set of turn-out gear
(our firefighting suits) is around $5500!
Besides our 2004 Central States Tanker that was paid for by a state grant. Our other apparatuses are aging and the repairs and maintenance can be very expensive. We unfortunately do not have the space to house all of our apparatus. We are currently saving for a new addition for a new 3 bay garage. We refuse to get rid of any of our current apparatus because all of them play a key role in fire prevention and suppression in Branch Township and surrounding areas.
That is why we are asking you to make a donation to our company.
Thank You. |