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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 will be starting soon. We would like to thank all our residents for their continued support.
If you are looking to volunteer, either as a firefighter or a social member, we are always in need of new members. Our website is: www. bauerstownvfd. com
Chip System Raffles
Beginning this month, we have switched from the SureTip Tab system to a 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 cars, among other items. All prize drawings are carried out 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, just SCAN the red QR CODE!
• You can also visit our website: www. bauerstownvfd. com / raffles 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.
Spring Package Raffle
With St. Patrick’ s Day and Easter quickly approaching, we are currently running a Chip System raffle for a special Spring Package along with other raffles. As with any of our Chip System raffles, you can purchase chances using the methods listed above. This is one of multiple raffles being done at this time.
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
-We’ ll be sending out our 2026 Fund Drive campaign solicitation letters soon. No donation is too little or too large! Send it in the mail or drop it in the mailbox slot next to our garage doors. There is no deadline to donate. We are here to be there in your time of need, but we can’ t do it without your support.
-Keep an eye out for our sure-tip raffles on all the popular social media platforms. We have already given away multiple Las Vegas trips and Steeler game tickets in the last couple of months. If you have any ideas of prizes you would like to see raffled off, let us know and it might happen!
-Our annual“ Night at the Races” fundraiser will be held on April 18th, 2026. Doors open at 6 PM. If any local businesses or individuals would like to donate a basket, gift cards, or food, please contact Lt Brennan Green at our station at 412-822-7000, and he will make arrangements with you. We surpassed all our goals at last year’ s event and are hoping to make it even better this year! Tickets are still available for $ 35 in advance or $ 40 at the door. Don’ t be late and miss“ Post Time at Cherry City!”
-Our 86th Annual Street Fair will be held on July 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th. It is an event with many fun-filled activities the whole family will enjoy. We are doing a different cash raffle this year. On Sunday, July 26th at 7PM, we will be raffling off $ 25,000, based on the 4-digit Daily Number. Only 2,000 tickets will be sold with( 5) eligible winning numbers on each ticket. Tickets are for sale from any member for $ 25 each( essentially you’ re paying only $ 5 for each eligible number). We will be selling them on our social media platforms too. At this low price and with the limited number of tickets for sale, you won’ t be able to resist the urge to get a few! Check out our website, Facebook, and Instagram sites.
-We still have the cheapest entry fee in town to play at our weekly all-paper Bingo held on Thursdays beginning at 7 PM. All regular games pay $ 100 and specials pay $ 200. If you win in( 4) numbers, we give an additional $ 100( divided if there are more than one winner). We offer a minimum $ 1,000 must-go Jackpot along with many other exciting games to play and win! We have Progressive All-Nighter Bingo, our famous Cherry Bowls, Magic and Lucky Numbers, and the list goes on! Stop in and enjoy an evening out with a bunch of other players who love to win at Bingo! Be loud and proud when you yell“ BINGO!” All ages are welcome!
-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! Our Ladies Auxiliary are always looking for new members too who want to assist the fire company and their neighbors. Check their Facebook for more information.
Elfinwild VFC www. elfinwildfire. com Hello, neighbors! Join us as we celebrate 95 years of service to our community! The Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Company( Company 261) is proud to provide 100 % volunteer fire, rescue, and QRS services to the Shaler area— at zero cost to
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taxpayers. For nearly a century, our dedicated volunteers have been committed to protecting our neighbors and surrounding communities.
Donation letters are currently being delivered, and your generous support helps fund protective gear, training, and essential equipment, ensuring our volunteers can continue providing top-notch emergency services when they’ re needed most.
We also host several large fundraising events each year. Up next: our annual Mother’ s Day Market and Flower Sale happening on Friday, May 8th, from 4:00 – 8:00 PM. Come out to support the Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Company and our wonderful local businesses.
Looking for a venue? Book your next special event at Elfinwild VFC, the area’ s most affordable banquet hall. Availability is limited, with only a few weekend and weekday dates remaining— don’ t wait!
Thank you for your continued support of the Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Company. We couldn’ t do this without you.
Shaler Villa VFC www. shalervillavfc. com
On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Shaler Villa Volunteer Fire Company, we would like to sincerely thank you for your continued support of our organization and the vital emergency services we provide our community. In 2025, we responded to a record breaking 500 calls, and spent many hours training and fundraising.
As we look ahead to this year, we are anxiously awaiting the delivery of the new ladder truck in July at an approximate cost of $ 1.7 million. This is needed to continue providing service to the community as our current equipment is approaching the end of its life expectancy. Your support is needed by our all-volunteer company to continue providing vital fire services. By now, if you reside in our fire district, you will have received your yearly collection letter. We rely heavily on donations to cover the costs of necessary equipment, training, and maintenance.
In addition, you can support us through our other fundraising efforts. Please check our website( Shalervillavfc. com) and / or our Facebook page for updates. Scheduled events are as follows:
• 2026 Dodge Durango or $ 50,000 dealer credit drawing date will be scheduled once all chances have been sold.
• Fish Fry- Ash( Wednesday Feb 18th) and every Friday during Lent. Pre-orders are taken through our Facebook page along with limited walk-in service.
• Sportsman’ s Bash on October 10th
• Weekly Lucky 17 drawing and tips raffles which can be found under the raffles tab.
If you are interested in joining our team, please stop by the station on a Thursday night or complete an online application. Not all members need to rush into burning buildings. Business members are also essential in keeping the station running.
Sharps Hill VFD www. sharpshillvfd. org
The Sharps Hill VFD would like to thank everyone for their support in the past. We, along with the other fire departments in Shaler, are looking for members, both those who would fight fires and others just to support the departments in many ways.
For parents concerned about the cost of college, through your local department, a student can attend CCAC thru FireVest at no cost, textbooks included and they are not limited in area of study. All it takes is a commitment to your department for 5 years. Contact us or your local department. Visit www. sharpshillvfd. org or email us at info @ sharpshillvfd. org for more info.
Undercliff VFC www. undercliffvfc. org
From all of us here at Undercliff VFC, we sincerely thank you for all your support and generosity! Our members had another busy year in 2025, responding to 456 emergency calls for service and completing over 1500 hours of combined fire training. We could not do any of it without you! All the money we raise goes right back into the community to help purchase lifesaving equipment to keep you and your family safe. Our members remain dedicated to our mission of providing firstclass 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! Details and tickets are coming soon! Stay tuned to our website and social media!
Weekly Online Raffles: Be sure to follow us on Facebook(@ UndercliffVFC) to participate in our online raffles each week. haler
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