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Bauerstown VFD www. bauerstownvfd. com Contact Us: bauerstownvfd @ gmail. com
Our 2026 Fund Drive for the residents of the Bauerstown Fire District is well underway for the last two months and it is never too late to make a donation. Visit our website for a convenient way to donate online. We would like to thank all our residents for their continued support. Our returns to date have been excellent, but we could use more participation from everyone. If you are looking to volunteer, either as a firefighter or a social member, we are always in need of new members.
Chip System Raffles We are continuing with our Numbered Chip System for our raffles which can be found on our Facebook page or by scanning the red QR Code. The chip system allows for the raffle to be completed, the winning“ chip” drawn, and the prizes awarded in a timelier fashion. Check out our upcoming raffles with various prizes ranging from gift cards, holiday themes, outdoor packages, electronics and even some used vehicles, among other items. All prize drawings are carried out live via Facebook Live Stream. Winners will be contacted promptly either by phone or email.
To view and purchase any of our current Chip System Raffles, SCAN the Red QR CODE!
• You can also visit our website: https:// bauerstownvfd. square. site / s / shop
• Be sure to bookmark this page because Chip System raffles are changing all the time.
• You can also visit and follow us on our Facebook page at Bauerstown VFD where our current Chip System Raffles are displayed. You can also watch previously recorded prize drawings
Cash Bash
We are in preliminary stages for another Cash Bash this Fall. Please follow our Facebook page and website for up-to-date information.
Hall Rentals
Our social hall is available for rental. Go to our website and click on“ Hall Rentals” tab for more information.
Cherry City VFC www. cherrycityvfc. org
Thanks to all our residents and friends of our fire company who attended our 86th Annual Street Fair and / or bought chances on our new $ 25,000 Raffle that was held in late July. This October, we will be celebrating our 107th year of uninterrupted service to our community.
It’ s never too late to send in a donation. No matter if it’ s big or small, it is appreciated!
We still have the cheapest entry fee in the area to play at our weekly Bingo held on Thursdays beginning at a new time of 7 PM. There is a nightly minimum $ 1,000 must-go Jackpot along with many other exciting opportunities to play and win! Our regular games pay $ 100 and our special games pay $ 200. Our Progressive All- Nighter has grown to $ 2,000 on multiple occasions. You can’ t win it if you don’ t come and play it!
Our 2027 PA Daily Number Lottery Calendars are on sale now. Get them before we sell out!
We are always looking for new members. You don’ t have to fight fires to belong! We have many classes of membership; one will surely fit into your lifestyle. We love giving back to our community, and you will too!
Elfinwild VFC www. elfinwildfire. com
Hi, neighbors! What a busy summer it’ s been! Can you believe school starts in just a few weeks?
Last week, we hosted our 3rd Annual Summer 911 Camp, and it was a fantastic time teaching children about public safety while seeing so many smiling faces from our community. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a success!
VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES
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Be sure to stop by Saturday, September 12, from 2:00 – 6:00 PM for our Annual Jeep Show & Shine! It’ s always a great event, and proceeds help support our fundraising efforts to purchase much-needed equipment for our firefighters.
Planning a special event? Our station features a built-in banquet facility with handicap-accessible restrooms, making it the perfect location for family celebrations, showers, reunions, birthday parties, or weekday business meetings. We’ d be happy to give you a personal tour! 2027 dates are already filling up, so don’ t wait to reserve your event.
Thank you for your continued support of Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Company. Your donations and encouragement help us continue serving our community.
Interested in becoming part of our team? Stop by any Monday evening to learn more about volunteering. We’ d love to meet you!
Stay safe, and we hope to see you soon!
Shaler Villa VFC www. shalervillavfc. com
Shaler Villa VFC would like to thank you for your ongoing support through collection drive, tips raffles and our vehicle raffle. All raffles can be purchased through our website, Shalervillavfc. com, on the raffles tab or on our Facebook page. Please follow us on Facebook for news on these raffles, the weekly Lucky 17 raffle, tips raffles and more.
Upcoming events: Virtual Sportsman’ s Bash on October 10th, Virtual Gift Bash on December 5th, and Lunch with Santa on December 13th
We will be having an open house this fall to celebrate our 80th year of serving the community and to allow anyone interested to see our new ladder truck once it has arrived. Please follow our pages for this date.
If you are interested in joining our team, please stop by the station on a Thursday night to complete an application. Please keep in mind that you don’ t have to fight fires to be part of our team. We have several membership classes. Fundraising is an important part of keeping the company functioning and we welcome new business members to help support this endeavor.
Sharps Hill VFD www. sharpshillvfd. org
Sharps Hill needs you. Become a part of your neighborhood. We would love you to join us in whatever capacity you can help. You don’ t need to be a firefighter; you can join and offer whatever time or skills you can give. Firefighters are desperately needed. We offer all the training and equipment needed. You can also be eligible for tax breaks for both local and county if you meet the time required. In addition, there is the ability to receive free classes at CCAC through the FireVest program. You can choose any field of study and textbooks are included. Take the first step in being a part of your local fire department. Contact us at info @ sharpshillvfd. org or stop by to discuss all of the opportunities.
Undercliff VFC www. undercliffvfc. org
On behalf of the members of Undercliff VFC, we sincerely thank you for all your continued support! Our annual mailer fund drive is underway for all residents in the Undercliff Fire District. We encourage residents and businesses to donate if possible. Any amount helps and all the money we raise goes right back into the community to help purchase lifesaving equipment to keep you and your family safe. Did you know it now costs over $ 15,000 to outfit one single firefighter? With the rising costs of equipment and apparatus in the fire service, your contribution is greatly appreciated. Our members remain dedicated to our mission of providing first-class fire and rescue services to our residents and businesses. Below are some current fundraisers happening at Undercliff VFC. We thank you for all your continued support!
Weekly Friday Night Bingo:
• Join us every Friday night for a fun night of BINGO in our brand-new facilities! General admission is just $ 16! Doors open at 5:30 PM and games start at 7:00 PM.
2026 Car Raffle:
• This year’ s car is a 2026 GMC Terrain Denali! Tickets are $ 15 with two numbers per ticket! Drawing is based on the PA Lottery evening“ Pick 4” number on August 30, 2026.
• See any member for tickets or get your tickets now on our website: undercliffvfc. org Weekly Online Raffles:
Be sure to follow us on Facebook(@ UndercliffVFC) to participate in our online raffles each week.
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