named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Dive Rescue
Water rescue unit with certified divers, boats, and tenders for operations on Long Island Sound, Mattituck Inlet, and local lakes
Emergency Medical Responders
Staffs two ambulances and a first responder vehicle with EMTs and Critical Care Technicians
Engine Company 8-6-1
Class A pumper company responsible for structural fire suppression, equipped with 1,000-gallon water tank and interior attack capabilities
Engine Company 8-6-3
"Bulldog" attack pumper company providing primary fire response and hazardous materials operations
Engine Company 8-6-6
"Rags" engine company with motto "First In, Last Out," operating a KME Urban Interface Pumper for rapid fire response
Fire Police
Provides traffic control and scene security at emergency incidents
Hose Company 8-6-4
Water supply company operating tanker trucks and drafting equipment for rural fire operations
Junior Bulldogs
Youth program for ages 12-18 to learn firefighting skills and build community spirit
Reliable Engine Company 2
Heavy rescue company specializing in technical rescue, forcible entry, ventilation, and equipped with Jaws of Life tools
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Emergency Response Vehicle Operations 2 activities
- Traffic and incident scene managementDeploys Fire Police units to manage traffic control and secure emergency incident scenes, ensuring responder and public safety during operations.
- Water rescue operationsConducts water rescue missions using two rescue vessels, certified divers, tenders, and boat captains, covering Mattituck Inlet, local lakes, and Great Peconic Bay.
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Volunteer Fire Department Services 1 activity
- Emergency fire and rescue servicesProvides fire suppression, emergency response, and rescue operations to protect lives and property in the Mattituck community. The department operates multiple apparatus including pumpers, tankers, ladders, and support vehicles equipped for structural firefighting, water drafting, and extended operations.
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Emergency Ambulance & Medical Response 1 activity
- Emergency medical and first response servicesProvides emergency medical response using two ambulances and a first responder vehicle staffed by trained EMTs and Critical Care Technicians, delivering urgent care during medical emergencies.
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Fire Safety Education & Prevention 1 activity
- Public fire and life safety educationProvides community education on fire prevention topics including dryer and chimney fire safety, proper fire extinguisher maintenance, safe house numbering, and hazards of throw rugs. Offers direct access to safety advice via phone and website.
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Youth Firefighter Training Programs 1 activity
- Youth fire service training programOperates the Junior Bulldogs program for youth ages 12–18 to develop firefighting skills and community engagement, preparing them for full membership upon reaching age 18.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$113K
Contributions & grants$45K40%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$690%
Other revenue$67K
expenses
Total expenses$129K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$461K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$461K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +29.9%
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Auxiliary Partner — Support unit that provides refreshments during emergencies and organizes family events to sustain morale and operational endurance.
- C. H. Wickham Partner — Donated property adjacent to the firehouse in 1929 to support expansion of the fire station.
- FDNY Partner — Provided support through Unit 8-6-11 during FDNY's rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero in September 2001.
- Fire Police Partner — Unit dedicated to traffic control during emergency incidents to ensure scene safety and efficient operations.
- Hose Company 8-6-4 Partner — Operational unit within the department responsible for water supply and firefighting duties using specialized apparatus and hose equipment.
- Junior Bulldogs Partner — Youth program for ages 12–18 focused on skill development and community involvement as a pipeline for future firefighters.
- Kidde Partner — Provides public safety information and coordination regarding recalled fire extinguishers manufactured between 1995 and 2017.
- Mattituck Fire District Government — Purchased fire apparatus for the department, including a new GMC pumper in 1957.
- Rescue Company Partner — Unit providing emergency medical response services with ambulances and a first responder vehicle staffed by EMTs and Critical Care Technicians.
strategies · 4
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.
- Preventive Fire Safety through Community Education and Infrastructure Advocacymethodology: preventive_fire_safetyBy promoting proactive equipment maintenance and advocating for visible house numbering, the organization reduces the likelihood and impact of fires, because preventive measures and faster location identification collectively decrease emergency occurrence and response times.
- Rapid Emergency Response through Tactical Deploymentmethodology: rapid-attack-and-sustained-suppressionBy deploying a "first in, last out" operational model with modern apparatus and pre-connected attack lines, the organization ensures rapid arrival and sustained presence at incidents, because early intervention and continuous suppression capability improve fire control and community safety outcomes.
- Specialized Rescue Response via Strategic Geographic Positioningmethodology: geographic-response-priorityBy maintaining specialized rescue capabilities and leveraging its unique location at Mattituck Inlet—the sole access point to Long Island Sound in the region—the organization serves as a primary responder for water rescues, because geographic exclusivity enables faster, more reliable emergency coverage for critical aquatic incidents.
- Youth Development as Long-Term Organizational and Community Capacity Buildingmethodology: youth-development-pathwayBy engaging youth early through the Junior Bulldogs program, the organization builds long-term departmental capacity and strengthens community cohesion, because early skill development and integration foster future volunteerism and sustained local emergency readiness.