Join the SVFC
SVFC Member Incentives and Benefits!
Stipends for completion of Firefighter 1, Exterior FF or Fire Officer 1
Annual free Ferry Tickets to members in good standing
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20% discount when sending dependent children to the Saltaire Summer Camp
10% discount at the Saltaire Market
Free Annual Medical Exam - Includes EKG, hearing test, respiration test, blood work
First Responder discounts at retailers like Verizon, Expedia, Sam’s Club, Columbia, Lenscrafters, Adidas etc.
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$200 Volunteer FF/EMT Tax Credit from New York State
10% Town of Islip Property Tax Exemption for Primary Residence
Tuition reimbursement program at SUNY Community/Empire State College
SVFC Sweatshirts, Coffee Mugs/Water Bottles, Wagons, Jackets, Bicycles, Hats
Gym Equipment - Access to exercise equipment in the firehouse
Meals provided for meetings, drills, and standbys
The Saltaire Volunteer Fire Company offers a number of types of membership. We are looking for members to contribute in all aspects of the company. Membership is open to persons who either work in Saltaire, or are homeowners or family of homeowners in Saltaire or adjacent fire protection districts. The three types of membership are briefly explored below.
Firefighter
Able bodied male or female candidates of at least 18 years of age to train and provide fire suppression services to the community. Firefighters can be trained as an Interior Firefighter, or as an Exterior Firefghter.
EMS
Those only interested in providing Emergency Medical Care to Saltaire and surrounding communities as an EMT or of higher qualification.
Auxiliary
For those that would like to contribute to the efforts of the Fire Company in numerous administrative capacities. There are no age or health limitations for auxiliary members.
Juniors Program
We are looking for members to join our Junior Fire Service Program for those that are ages 14 through 17. The kick-off meeting to obtain information about joining the Fire Company Junior Program is TBD in June, or you can email jrprogram@saltairefd.com for additional information.
Please find the information, guidelines and application for the Juniors Program below.