named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Fire Prevention Education
Annual K–5 fire safety program in the Shenendehowa School District covering 911 use, escape planning, fire science, and arson awareness
Home School Fire Prevention Day
Special event offering fire safety education to homeschool families in the district, including hands-on learning and fire truck tours
Lobsterama
Annual lobster sale fundraiser offering fresh Maine lobster for pickup at the fire station
Santa Claus Community Visit
Annual December event where Santa rides on a fire truck to distribute candy canes and take photos with local children
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Fire Safety Education & Prevention 2 activities
- Conducts fire safety education programs for K–5 studentsDelivers annual fire safety education programs during National Fire Prevention Week to K–5 students in the Shenendehowa School District, covering emergency response, fire prevention, home escape planning, fire science, and arson awareness, in partnership with local fire departments.
- Provides fire safety education to homeschool studentsOffers hands-on fire safety education to homeschool students, including instruction on 911 procedures, fire hazards, firefighter gear, home escape planning, and fire science, with access to fire trucks and equipment during events.
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Volunteer Fire Department Support 2 activities
- Hosts fundraising events including lobster salesSupports fire company operations through fundraising initiatives such as online sales of fresh Maine lobsters and ready-to-go lobster meat, with drive-through pickup events at the fire station for customer orders.
- Operates and maintains fire stations and facilitiesManages and expands fire station infrastructure to meet operational needs, including constructing the Moe Road Station in 1982, completing a two-story addition with recreation space and new truck bays in 1974 and 1997, and maintaining the original Town Hall building for storage since 1947.
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
- Hosts community outreach and public education eventsConducts community outreach through public education activities such as fire prevention education, participation in local events, and hosting an annual Santa Claus visit where children receive candy canes, take photos with Santa, and engage in family-friendly activities at the fire station.
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Volunteer Fire Department Services 1 activity
- Provides fire protection and emergency response servicesProvides fire protection and related services to residents of the Vischer Ferry Fire District in Saratoga County, New York, operating from multiple stations including Station 2 on Grooms Road constructed in 2007, and managing firefighting operations with an Engine Tanker, Brush Truck, and Medical Pickup Truck.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$84K
Contributions & grants$42K50%
Program service revenue$39K47%
Investment income——
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$67K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$99K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$99K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.0%
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Clifton Park Fire Department Partner — Collaborates with Vischer Ferry Volunteer Fire Company to deliver fire prevention education in the Shenendehowa School District.
- Jonesville Fire Department Partner — Collaborates with Vischer Ferry Volunteer Fire Company to deliver fire prevention education in the Shenendehowa School District.
- Shenendehowa School District Partner — Collaborates with the fire company to deliver fire prevention education to K-5 students annually.
- Shenendehowa School District Partner — Collaborates with the fire company to extend fire prevention education to homeschool families in the district.
- Town of Clifton Park Government — Transferred the Town Hall to the fire company in 1947 for use as a fire station.
- West Crescent Fire Department Partner — Collaborates with Vischer Ferry Volunteer Fire Company to deliver fire prevention education in the Shenendehowa School District.
- Young Couples Club Partner — Collaborated with the fire company by sponsoring fundraising events and serving as a catalyst for its formation.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
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- Community-Engaged Volunteerism Modelmethodology: community-engaged_volunteerismBy integrating social events and member gatherings into operations, the organization sustains volunteer engagement and strengthens community trust because fostering camaraderie improves retention and collective ownership of public safety.
- Developmental Progression in Fire Safety Educationmethodology: developmental_progressionBy introducing fire safety concepts at a foundational level in early grades and building complexity through upper elementary school, the organization produces sustained public safety awareness because age-appropriate, cumulative learning increases retention and real-world application.
- Family-Engaged Safety Planningmethodology: family-engaged_safety_planningBy involving families in creating and practicing home fire escape plans, and validating them with firefighters, the organization increases household preparedness because active participation and expert review strengthen both knowledge and implementation of safety behaviors.