named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Fire Suppression and Rapid Response
Provides 24/7 emergency response to structure fires, chimney fires, and vehicle incidents using Engine 391 and Engine Tanker 392, equipped with water supply and specialized tools.
Public Safety Education
Engages in community outreach and education efforts to promote fire safety and preparedness among residents of Thurman.
Technical and Environmental Rescue
Responds to power lines down, water rescues, rope rescues, and brush fires using Engine 393, a specialized rescue truck carrying appropriate technical gear.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Conduct regular fire company business and operations meetingsHolds monthly business and operations meetings for fire company personnel to coordinate activities, review procedures, and manage organizational functions.
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Emergency Response Vehicle Operations 1 activity
- Conduct technical fire and rescue operations with specialized apparatusOperates specialized fire apparatus including Engine 391 equipped with a Thermal Imaging Camera and Gas Meter for incident assessment, Engine Tanker 392 with 2,500 gallons of water for mutual aid and vehicle fires, and Engine 393 as a technical rescue unit for downed power lines, water rescues, and rope rescues.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Deliver training for new volunteer firefightersProvides structured training assistance for new recruits during a six-month probationary period, led by senior company members to ensure operational readiness.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host community events and fundraisersOrganizes and hosts recurring community events including the annual Thurman Maple Days celebration, a chicken BBQ fundraiser, a cornhole tournament, and a town-wide sale event to engage the public and support company operations.
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Volunteer Fire Department Services 1 activity
- Provide fire protection and emergency response servicesProvides fire protection, emergency response, and public safety services 24/7 to prevent loss of life and property within the Thurman fire protection district, including structural fire suppression, vehicle fire response, and technical rescues such as water and rope rescues.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$95K
Contributions & grants$91K96%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$730%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$77K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$130K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$-40K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -7.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- BRIAN PASSAGLIA — BOARD MEMBER
- LARRY BACON — BOARD MEMBER
- RICK OVITT — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Thurman Volunteer Fire Company Network — Member of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs and local fire district network.
- Visit Thurman Partner — Collaborates on promoting Thurman Maple Days
- Visit Thurman Partner — Collaborates on promoting the Thurman Maple Days event.
- Visit Thurman Partner — Collaborates to promote the Thurman Maple Days event.
- Visit Thurman Partner — Collaborates with Visit Thurman to promote the Thurman Maple Days event
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Integrated Fundraising and Engagementmethodology: community-event-based engagementBy hosting community events centered on local traditions and shared identity, we generate sustained funding and civic support because participation fosters ownership, loyalty, and recurring engagement with the fire company’s mission.
- Volunteer-Based Local Emergency Responsemethodology: volunteer-based emergency responseBy relying on locally recruited, community-integrated volunteers, we ensure rapid and committed emergency response because shared community ties strengthen accountability, availability, and trust during crises.