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SMITHTOWN FIRE DEPARTMENT INC
SMITHTOWN, NY · EIN 113259477 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE M240 · Public Safety & Disaster Relief · Small ($100K-$1M) · smithtownfd.org
revenue
$180K
expenses
$177K
net assets
$1.4M
employees
0
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

THE SMITHTOWN FIRE DEPARTMENT IS ORGANIZED TO SAVE LIVES, SURPRESS AND CONTROL FIRES, PROVIDE EMERGENCY RESCUE AND MEDICAL SERVICES, FIRE PREVENTION EDUCATION AND TO SERVE IN ANY NEEDED CAPACITY FOR WHICH IT IS TRAINED, TO ASSIST THE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY AND ITS SURROUNDING NEIGHBORS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Smithtown Fire Department is a volunteer fire department serving Smithtown, New York. It provides emergency response services including fire suppression, medical emergencies, rescue operations, and disaster relief. The department also conducts fire prevention education and community outreach programs to enhance public safety.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

CPR Training
Provides CPR classes open to the public to enhance community emergency response capabilities
Emergency Response
Provides 24/7 emergency services including fire suppression, medical emergencies, rescue operations, and disaster response for the Smithtown community
Explorer Post 420
Program for young adults aged 14-18 to learn firefighting skills, first aid, CPR, and participate in department events
Fire Prevention Education
Offers community programs such as Fire Prevention Day with safety demos, smoke house tours, and fire engine tours to educate the public about fire safety
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Community holiday events and outreach
      Organizes annual community events including a Christmas parade and "Christmas in July," featuring visits with Santa, food donation collection, and interactive experiences such as a desktop map for tracking Santa.
  • Volunteer Fire Department Services 1 activity
    • Emergency fire suppression, rescue, and medical services
      Provides fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations to the community of Smithtown, NY and surrounding areas through a fleet of engines, ambulances, ladder trucks, and rescue units. Responded to 3,723 emergency alarms in 2019, including 2,415 medical emergencies.
  • Fire Safety Education & Prevention 1 activity
    • Fire prevention education and community safety events
      Conducts fire prevention education programs and hosts annual Fire Prevention Day events featuring fire and rescue demonstrations, smoke house simulations, fire engine tours, and safety education for children and families.
  • Youth Firefighter Training Programs 1 activity
    • Youth fire service training through Explorer Post program
      Operates Explorer Post 420, a youth program for individuals aged 14 to 18 to learn firefighting skills, first aid, and CPR, and to support department events. The program includes structured leadership roles and ongoing training.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$180K
Contributions & grants$162K90%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$23K13%
Other revenue$-5K
expenses
Total expenses$177K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$4K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.45M
Cash$158K
Investments$1.17M
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$1.43M
Liquid reserves90.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -20.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 9
  • ANDREW KELLY — THIRD ASST CH
  • DANIEL DONGVORT — SECOND ASST CH
  • DOUGLAS D HANSON — Trustee
  • FREDRICK FRIEDMAN — Trustee
  • JOSEPH PALAZZO — Treasurer
  • KEITH TROMBLEE — Secretary
  • PATRICK DIECIDUE — CHIEF
  • RICHARD TORRE — Trustee
  • TIMOTHY DUCKHAM — FIRST ASST CH
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for public communication and outreach.
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for public communication and outreach.
  • New York State Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Government — Required certification program for new members within one year of joining.
  • Smithtown Fire Department Public Information Office Partner — Maintains the official website and public communications for the Smithtown Fire Department.
  • Suffolk County Fire Academy Partner — Required training partner for Firefighter I certification.
  • Uncle Guideppe Partner — Hosts the Christmas in July event in its parking lot.
  • Uncle Guideppe's Partner — Hosts the Smithtown Fire Department's Christmas in July event at its parking lot.
  • Wix Partner — Hosts website content and media via Wix platform.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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  • Integrated Emergency Response Model
    methodology: integrated-emergency-response
    By combining fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations into a single coordinated response system, we improve community safety outcomes because this integrated approach ensures faster, more adaptable, and comprehensive emergency care regardless of incident type.
  • Volunteer-Based Response Model
    methodology: volunteer-response-model
    By relying on trained volunteers who prioritize emergency response over personal responsibilities, we maintain 24/7 operational coverage and community rootedness because local commitment ensures rapid mobilization and sustained department resilience.
  • Youth Engagement and Pipeline Development
    methodology: youth-engagement
    By involving youth in structured fire service education and hands-on community events, we build future department capacity and community trust because early engagement fosters long-term commitment and skill development in emergency response.