Madison County Volunteer Firefighter's Association Inc.

07/22/2026

🚒 Thank You as We Move Closer to Our Goal 🚒

The Believe 31 Trailer Campaign continues to gain incredible momentum, and we are proud to announce that, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have raised $1,700 toward our $6,500 goal to purchase a new enclosed trailer that will help us better serve firefighters, EMS personnel, and their families throughout our region.

This trailer will allow Believe 31 to safely transport educational materials, event equipment, screening supplies, and outreach displays as we continue our mission of supporting first responders battling cancer and life-threatening illnesses.

A sincere thank you goes out to the following departments and individuals for believing in our mission and investing in the future of Believe 31:

🚒 Baldwinsville Vol. Fire Company
🚒 Brewerton Fire Department
🚒 Caughdenoy Volunteer Fire Department Inc.
🚒 Cicero Fire Department
🚒 East Syracuse Fire Department
🚒 Elbridge Fire Department
🚒 Hastings Fire Department
🚒 Jamesville Fire Department
🚒 Kirkville Fire Company
🚒 Onondaga Hill Fire Department
🚒 Palermo Volunteer Fire Department
🚒 Plainville (NY) Fire Department
🚒 Southwood Volunteer Fire Dept.
🚒 Tully Fire & EMS
🚒 Warners-Memphis Fire Department
🚒 Willet Fire Department

⭐ Special thanks to Past Chief Ken Pienkowski for his generous personal donation and continued support of our mission.

Every donation, large or small brings us one step closer to reaching our goal. Together, we are ensuring that Believe 31 can continue delivering education, awareness, support, and hope to those who dedicate their lives to protecting our communities.

07/22/2026

Now Hiring: Operational Supervisor

07/22/2026

The Pennellville Volunteer Fire Department is rallying around one of its own as Lieutenant Dan Matychak, a dedicated member of the department for nearly five years, battles Stage 2 Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the tongue.

Dan is currently receiving treatment in both Syracuse and Rochester. He is scheduled to begin chemotherapy on July 27, and today he meets with his surgeon to discuss the timeline for his upcoming surgery.

The Believe 31 Team has been in contact with the Penneville Fire Department to offer our support and assistance in any way possible.

To help ease the financial burden of medical expenses, a Spaghetti Dinner Benefit will be held:

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Elks Lodge
57 Pierce Drive
Fulton, NY 13069

Presale Tickets:

* Dan: (315) 560-3087
* Erica: (315) 743-6402

The event will also feature:

* 🎟️ 50/50 Raffle
* 🎁 Door Prize
* 🍪 Baked Goods
* 🎲 Lottery Board
* 🎉 Additional raffles

Every dollar raised will go directly toward helping Dan and his family with medical expenses during this difficult time.

We encourage everyone to come out, enjoy a great meal, and show your support for Dan. If you’re unable to attend, please consider sharing this post to help spread the word.

On behalf of everyone at Believe 31, we wish Lieutenant Dan Matychak strength, courage, a successful recovery and Remember, No One Fights Alone.

05/14/2026

Good Evening, Help is needed compiled the necrology list of departed firefighters from Madison County for the Annual Memorial Service of The Central New York Firefighter’s Association. Looking for the names of any Firefighter's that departed from July 2025 to current to be read at the Central Convention Memorial Service on Saturday July 11th. This year's CNYFA convention is being hosted by The Aurelius Fire Department in Cayuga County July 10th & 11th. Please check with the following fire departments over the next two weeks for members that passed on from DeRuyter. Please email the list of names from each fire department to me at [email protected]. Please list by department and check the spelling of the names as that is what will be printed and read during the memorial service.
Secondly, Please pass this announcement onto the firefighter’s and fire departments of Madison County. The next County Firefighter’s Association meeting will be held June 11th at North Chittenango Fire Department at 7pm.

If you have any questions please let me know.

Thank You

Jeff G

01/21/2026

01/21/2026

There are still spots open! RSVP today!

01/21/2026

Save the date.

Thanks for coming out last night! Next dinner will be February 21st! Mark those calendars and we will see you there!

01/21/2026

2026 Believe 31 Challenge Coins

The Board of Directors and Executive Board of Believe 31 are proud to announce a partnership with McNeil & Company ESIP - Emergency Services Insurance Program on the newly designed 2026 Believe 31 Challenge Coin.

All proceeds raised from the sale of these challenge coins will be used to assist our brothers and sisters of the FIRE / EMS services who are battling cancer or other life-threatening illnesses.

The colors on the front of the challenge coin are associated with the various types of cancer.

To purchase a coin, please contact any director or visit our online store at:

https://believe31.org/shop/2026-Challenge-Coin-p809085348

Please note that shipping costs may vary between $5.00 and $10.00 depending on your location.

01/05/2026

The next meeting is this Thursday at the New Woodstock fire station @ 7pm
All are encouraged to attend.