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Your Support Is Critical

Local fire departments are in dire need of support this fall. Read on to learn more.

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Fire Department Funding

Budgets for fire and emergency services are set by state and local lawmakers and officials.

But budgets only go so far and sadly fire budgets often come up short. This is where voters come in. Using ballot measures, our communities can provide additional funding needed for fire departments to address their staffing, equipment and other funding needs.  

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What is a Ballot Measure?

A ballot measure is “a law, issue, or question that appears on a statewide or local ballot for voters of that jurisdiction to decide.”

The concept of a ballot measure is simple, but spreading awareness and getting support from voters can be complicated. Often, city councils or district officials will need to vote on approving a ballot measure before residents are able to vote on the proposal. Getting to that stage requires strategic planning and effective communication from local fire agencies hoping to make their case to the public.

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As we noted in our 2020 Referendum Report, around 72% of random ballot measures we examined passed that year. As a result, millions of dollars were procured for local fire services.
 
Ultimately, ballot measures are an easy way for residents to support the fire and other emergency operations which keep their communities safe. The most effective ballot measures communicate the needs of the department (and the community) clearly and are the most direct way for voters to be sure their fire services are getting the resources they need!

Firefighters and EMS Fund

The mission of the Firefighters and EMS Fund is simple:

We aim to provide a grassroots voice for firefighters across the country in the state and local political process.

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Arlington, VA 22203

Donation Processing Center:
PO Box 65960
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Phone: (703) 844-2285
Email: info@fireandemsfund.com

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