ONE-TIME DONATION
Support Great Falls Firefighters
Want to make a positive impact that will increase Great Falls Firefighter training, response and safety?
Make a one-time donation by selecting the PayPal "Donate" button below.
​
Would you prefer to donate to a specific need?
Scroll down to see the current equipment needs that are not funded through the City of Great Falls' budget for Great Falls Fire Rescue.
Designated donations may be accepted through PayPal, cash, check or money order. If donating online, PayPal will provide you simple instructions to make sure your donation is designated to the item you choose.
Cash, check or money order donations can be mailed or dropped off at:
​
Great Falls Fire Rescue Foundation
105 9th Street South
Great Falls, MT 59401.
GREAT FALLS
FIRE RESCUE EQUIPMENT
NEEDS
4-bullard nxt thermal imagers $40,000.00
Currently, GFFR has no thermal imagers that meet NFPA standards, nor for all crews. The current models owned and operated by GFFR are outdated and only work sporadically.
The Bullard NXT is designed for long service list and boasts the longest battery run time, enhanced image quality, the first wireless charging systems, and have the industry's leading imager and battery warranty. Warranty is important as GFFR has experienced batteries being the root cause of much of the imagers down time. The current thermal imagers owned by GFFR use batteries no longer made.
​
Thermal imagers are used to allow firefighters to see the most critical details in the heat of a fire when they need it most. With thermal imaging cameras, firefighters are able to maneuver through dense smoke more easily, save lives and attack fires more strategically.
​
Thermal imaging allows firefighters to track the progress of a fire, how it is spreading, the hottest areas and what materials may be fueling its spread. Firefighters can then strategize their approach and response tactics. They also identify hidden hotspots or embers not immediately visible to he naked eye. Detecting these sources of heat can prevent fires from reigniting after it appears to be extinguished.