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For All of Us
Every alarm, every emergency, and every life we touch is made possible through the support of people like you. Since 1903, Franklin Fire Company has proudly served our community without relying on tax funding. Every donation directly invests in the equipment, training, emergency vehicles, and facilities our 100% volunteer firefighters depend on to answer the call—24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Together, we can ensure Franklin Fire Company remains prepared to protect our community whenever we’re needed.
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Why We Need YOUR Help
Volunteer Safety
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a firefighter’s first line of defense against extreme heat, fire, & other hazards.
Critical Technology
From thermal imaging cameras and radios to GPS-enabled tablets and rescue tools—enhances firefighter safety, improves communication, and supports faster, more effective emergency response.
Fleet Rediness
Emergency vehicles are among a fire company’s largest investments. Ongoing maintenance, critical repairs, and long-term replacement planning ensure our apparatus remain reliable and ready to respond when every second counts.
Volunteer Development
Our volunteers dedicate hundreds of hours each year to training, drills, and specialized certifications to maintain the knowledge and skills needed to respond safely and effectively to every emergency.
You Have the Power to Impact Our Future, Lets Doing Something About It
Every contribution—large or small—helps ensure Franklin Fire Company remains equipped, trained, and ready to answer the next call. Thank you for investing in the safety of our volunteers and the protection of our community.
Coming 2027…
Pierce Enforcer Pumper
A purpose-built piece of apparatus to enhance firefighter safety and emergency response. Featuring a six-person cab, a 565 HP Cummins engine, a 750-gallon water tank, a 1,500 GPM pump, front bumper and pre-connected attack lines, low-mounted ladders, and easily accessible hard suction hose, this modern apparatus will improve efficiency, accessibility, and operational readiness for years to come.
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How Our Budget Works
Franklin Fire Company receives no direct tax funding from local taxpayers. Our annual operating budget is supported through voluntary township allocations, grants, and community fundraising. These funding sources work together to ensure our firefighters have the equipment, training, and resources needed to protect our community. The graph below illustrates how each source contributes to sustaining our mission.
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Shaping Tomorrow Together
Your Contribution Matters To Us
Our Top Priorities
Protecting lives, safeguarding property, and serving our community remain at the heart of everything we do. Our priorities focus on strengthening emergency response, supporting our volunteers, maintaining modern equipment, and ensuring Franklin Fire Company is prepared to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Community Safety
Providing dependable emergency services that protect lives, property, and our neighbors at no cost to you.
Fire Prevention
Reducing emergencies through fire safety education, public outreach, smoke alarm initiatives, and community awareness.
Community Engagement
Building strong relationships through events, partnerships, school visits, station tours, and volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer Development
Recruiting, training, and mentoring the next generation of operational & support volunteers to ensure the future.
Preserving Our Legacy
Celebrating and protecting the departments 120+ years of history while serving the community we proudly call home
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Supporting Franklin Fire Company goes beyond financial contributions. One of the greatest gifts you can give is your time. We are always seeking the next generation of dedicated volunteers—both operational members who respond to emergencies and non-operational members who support fundraising, administration, events, and behind-the-scenes operations. Every role plays a vital part in our mission, and together we ensure Franklin Fire Company remains strong, sustainable, and ready to serve our community for generations to come.
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Attend Upcoming Events
From community fundraisers to family-friendly events, there’s always something happening at Franklin Fire Company. Every event is an opportunity to connect with your neighbors, support our volunteers, and help sustain the emergency services that protect our community. We invite you to join us and be part of the tradition.
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Weekly Bingo
Experience an evening of great food, exciting bingo, and community fellowship every Wednesday. Doors open at 4:00 PM, with Early Birds beginning at 6:45 PM. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Mega Ca$h Bingo’s
Held four times each year, our Mega Cash Bingo attracts players from across the region with BIG cash prizes, including games paying $500 or more, exciting specials, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Bash in the Valley
Bash in the Valley is Franklin Fire Company’s premier annual fundraising event, bringing together thousands of attendees for an unforgettable day of cash drawings, firearms, great food, entertainment, and community fellowship. With more than $20,000 in cash prizes, over 50 prize drawings, and activities throughout the day, it’s an event that has become a tradition for many
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