Benefits of Volunteering

The real reward is how you feel about yourself

Becoming a volunteer with Whitesboro Volunteer Fire Department provides many benefits.

Below is an overview of the benefits members receive. Please ask for specific information when you speak with someone from the department you apply with.

The fire department offers a significant variety of benefits and incentives, including:

Training and Development

  • FREE gear
  • FREE professional certifications
  • Initial and annual medical physicals

Financial & Health Insurance

  • LOSAP Retirement Pension (Length of Service Award Program)
  • Critical Illness policy
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Presumptive Cancer Coverage

State Benefits

Recognition Programs

  • Firefighter/EMS Provider of the Year
  • Commendation Recognition Dinner
  • Service benchmark awards

Team Building Events

  • Firefighter family activities
  • Sporting Events (Golf and Hockey Game Suite )