Each year the volunteers of the Staunton Fire Protection District conduct several fundraising activities.  The funds raised during these activities, as well as donations made by the SFPD volunteers, are used to purchase additional equipment, support volunteer firefighter recruitment and retainment programs,  conduct public education and public relations programs, and make donations to area not-for-profit organizations.   Outlined below is a review of the annual volunteer fundraising programs.

·           Burn Camp Barbecue – Each spring the volunteers conduct a barbecue at the fire station.  All proceeds are used to sponsor a child to attend the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance burn camp.  For more information on the burn camp barbecue, contact Firefighter Jim Bertagnolli at the fire station (618-635-2139).       

·           Annual Fourth of July Celebration - For almost 70 years, the SFPD volunteers have been conducting an annual Fourth of July celebration.   The celebration is conducted either the weekend immediately prior to or following the 4^th of July holiday at the Staunton recreation park and includes carnival rides and games, bingo, live bands, a grand raffle, and lots of great foods and beverages.   A large parade and fireworks show is conducted the last night of the celebration.   For more information about the 4^th of July celebration, contact Firefighter Keith Meyers or for more information about the parade contact Firefighter Cory Painter at the fire station (618-635-2139).

·           Annual SFPD Golf Tournament - Each fall, the SFPD volunteers host a 3-man Scramble Golf Tournament at the Staunton Country Club.  Over $1000 dollars in cash prizes is awarded.  The proceeds from the annual tournament are earmarked to purchase specialty equipment needed by the department.  Contact Firefighter David Jones or Lieutenant Danny Mosser at the fire station (618-635-2139) to obtain more information.