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PWCFRS Holiday Service Projects: Raising Funds and Spreading Joy

Here at Prince William Fire and Rescue System, volunteerism and creating a strong community are two of our greatest collective values. We serve our communities daily in fire and rescue roles, but we don’t stop there. Throughout the year, and especially at the holidays, our members seek out additional ways to give back to the […]
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  • On January 8, 2019
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A Commitment to Service: An Interview With OWLVFD Firefighter Derek Wells

Since 1938 Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWLVFD) has been proudly serving our area. An exemplary commitment to service to the community and quality of work has been passed on year after year, from our earliest members to those serving today. Our history of excellence is one each of our members is proud to be associated […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On July 16, 2018
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Finding Your Place As a Volunteer: An Interview With Lieutenant Ben Cochran Part 2

For Lieutenant Ben Cochran, fire and rescue work was a natural fit. He notes just how easily he settled into his roles right from the start. “My first impression when I first joined Stonewall was how the members treated me. I was the ‘new guy’ but that didn’t matter,” said Cochran. “I already had some […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On May 30, 2018
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Interview With Stephanie Powers, Rescue Captain, Part 2: Serving on Multiple Levels

In our last blog, Stephanie Powers, Rescue Captain, shared with us how she started with PWCFRS and why she chose to join our team. We spoke to her some more about her favorite parts of volunteering in this capacity and the rewards she receives. Read on to hear all about them.
  • Posted by ATW
  • On April 30, 2018
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Volunteer Firefighters Who Get Screen Time

Earlier this month, we took a trip through the history of volunteer firefighting and focused on founding fathers who also served in this role. But those famous Americans aren’t the only ones who have worked as volunteer firefighters. Some of today’s celebs have a volunteerism past, and present, as well.   Steve Buscemi Steve Buscemi […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On March 30, 2018
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Our Volunteers Fight Fires, Teach Lessons and Demonstrate Fire Safety

The job our volunteers do each day, serving and protecting the community, is impressive on its own. But did you know they do more? They aren’t just fighting fires and responding to emergencies; they’re also serving as educators and bringing the community together through a variety of events and demonstrations. Those who serve with us […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On March 27, 2018
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Tones, Rewards and Challenges: An Interview With Sara Khurshid Part 3

EMT Sara Khurshid took a leap and jumped out of her comfort zone into the volunteer rescue world. And she hasn’t looked back since. What she has done, though, is learn the ropes, face challenges and continue to grow.   Receiving the Call From the moment “the tones drop,” signaling an alarm, Khurshid and the […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On February 15, 2018
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Take a Leap: An Interview With EMT Sara Khurshid, Part 2

Each volunteer has his or her own reasons for volunteering. Sara Khurshid had three. First and foremost, she wanted to step outside of her comfort zone to experience growth. Secondly, she felt a responsibility as a female, Pakistani, Muslim Asian-American to serve in her community. “In my observation, I think sometimes local community outreach within […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On January 31, 2018
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What to Expect as a Volunteer: An Interview With Andrew Sauer, Rescue Lieutenant Part IV

Anyone starting a new venture has expectations of how things will work out, even if you know very little about your new situation. If you’re considering becoming a fire and rescue volunteer, you may expect excitement around the clock or picture what it’s like to bunk at the station. Rescue Lieutenant Andrew Sauer shares key […]
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  • On January 1, 2018
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The Rewards of Volunteering: An Interview with Andrew Sauer, Rescue Lieutenant Part III

Ask any fire and rescue volunteer about the rewards of serving, and you’re sure to be met with moving stories. These stories fuel their passion, help them grow and shape their lives. Andrew Sauer, Rescue Lieutenant with the Nokesville Volunteer Fire Department is no different. When asked about the rewards of volunteering, Sauer recalled a […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On December 15, 2017
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