OUR TEAM
Foundation Board Members
STEPHEN HESTER
Board Chairman
During my time as GFFR Fire Chief, people wanted to donate to the Fire Department. However, there was no legitimate means of accepting those charitable gifts. I wanted to be part of something that provides that opportunity to accept funds to support project and equipment that directly benefit our Fire Department and enhances our community.
BILL BRONSON
Foundation Secretary
I chose to be part of the GFFR Foundation Board because the Foundation provides funding for equipment and projects that the City could not otherwise afford.  Our community will be safer as a result.
GARY ZADICK
Foundation Board Member
We live in a community and part of our responsibility is to take care of those around you. Great Falls Fire Rescue does that daily, 24/7 and there is always a need to fill. Education for our children, equipment, training and more. I chose to be part of the Foundation to assist with filling these needs.
KATIE BREWER
Foundation Board Member
I wanted to be part of the solution that allows Great Falls Fire Rescue to receive donations that help enhance their services for our community. Not all needs can be fulfilled by the City budget and the Foundation is a resource to supplement those funding needs.
BRIANNE LAURIN
Foundation Board Member
When my uncle, Gary Ehnes was younger, he was in a missile silo accident and suffered burns on nearly his entire body. He is alive today thanks to the firemen who responded and saved his life. Growing up, I saw his support for GFFR from the way he "decorated" the Hi Ho, to starting the Hi Ho Golf Scramble over 35 years ago to support the fire fighters charitable fund. Joining the new GF Fire Rescue Foundation board of directors is a way to honor my uncle. It's a privilege to be a part of something that can and will have a lasting impact on the safety and vitality of our community.
MIKE MCINTOSH
Foundation Board Member
I was very excited to be a member of the GFFR Foundation as this foundation will be not only be working to find ways to support GFFR, but to also support the Community of Great Falls. This ties directly into the 3 pillars of GFFR’s strategic plan, Education, Prevention and Response.
CHEYENNE BARTELT
Foundation Board Member
Our family has served in various roles supporting the many facets of emergency & safety services, which has personally fostered a great dedication to applying my skills and abilities for the benefit of our greater community. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Great Falls Fire Rescue Board to help support the overall wellbeing of our firefighters as they ensure the safety of our community.​
NOLAN EGGEN
JUSTIN LEE
Foundation Board Member
I am excited about the opportunity to join the Great Falls Fire Foundation Board because I believe my experience can contribute to the Foundation's mission of supporting our firefighters and enhancing community outreach. My goal is to help foster strong relationships, provide insights to improve resources, and ensure our department has what it needs to thrive.
Foundation Board Member
As a former Deputy Chief, I know firsthand that budgets can't always be stretched far enough to get the needed equipment or funding for programs. I'm excited to have the opportunity for continued involvement with GFFR to help fill this gap.
