25/07/2022
Hi all
Following recent local events I have felt compelled to reach out to my network to see if collectively we can raise some funds for the very brave volunteer fire fighters.
https://www.algarvefire.info/please-donate
The link above is for a registered charity called Alerta, who raise money for the volunteer firefighters. If you are able to donate please quote “Golden Triangle Fires” so we can track our progress.
Charity Information
Whilst carrying out lots of research trying to find the best way to support the firefighters I found Alerta. During the summer months Alerta regularly deliver supplies of bottled water and energy bars to the firefighters, then when there is a fire they supply extra food like energy drinks, biscuits, fruit juices, fresh fruit, or any hand held food really. They also buy first aid medical supplies, burn creams, eye wash, vaseline, gauze, dressings, plasters, bandages, toiletries and sanitary goods for the ladies.
If they have raised enough money during the year, at the end of the season they buy replacement uniforms, the red jackets with a special harness inside for quick extraction, trousers, cortex boots and balaclava which cost around €350 or with helmet €500.
There are 13 volunteer stations which get first priority and then 4 which are fully funded by the government, these do not require uniforms.
Action: Please pass this on to anyone you think may also be interested.
Wishing everyone a great and safe summer!
Donations may be made to the Associação via PayPal using the button below or by transferring money to [email protected] We also accept donations via bank transfer using IBAN: PT50003300004549909121305
