New Ambulance for Capon Springs

Capon SPrings Vol. Fire & REscue new Ambulance

EXCITING NEWS!!!We are pleased to announce that we have completed the bidding process, and have placed an order for our new ambulance. With an expected delivery in Q3 2027, this ambulance will help us continue to provide our community with top quality emergency medical care for years to come.While this ambulance is being partially funded by a FEMA grant, we still have to come up with a significant portion of the funds, so please keep an eye out for new fundraisers.

30 Years of EMS

For three decades, having emergency services and an ambulance on-site has been a true game-changer for our local community. Before we established these services in the mid-nineties, the wait for medical assistance could exceed 30 minutes—a critical window when every second counts. By maintaining help in such close proximity for the last 30 years, we have been able to provide immediate intervention, saving numerous lives and providing peace of mind to everyone who visits or calls this area home. As we look toward the future with our new ambulance, we are proud to continue this long-standing legacy of rapid, reliable care.

Funding

A common question we get is: "How is our ambulance service funded?" It’s a great question, and the answer shows just how much this service relies on the strength of our community.

Where the Funding Doesn’t Come From

It might surprise you to know that we do not receive funding from the county budget, nor do we receive a portion of the county ambulance fee. While the County is a vital partner and graciously covers the insurance for our ambulance, the day-to-day costs of being ready to respond fall on us.

How We Make It Work

How We Make It WorkWe rely on a unique "braided" funding model to stay operational:
Soft Billing: This is a patient-friendly way to recover costs. We bill your insurance provider for the service, but we accept whatever they pay as payment in full. This means our local residents aren't stuck with a massive out-of-pocket bill during an already stressful emergency.
Community Donations: You are the heartbeat of this service. Direct donations from neighbors, local businesses, and guests are what allow us to bridge the gap between insurance reimbursements and the actual cost of high-quality medical care.
The Power of Partnership: We don't do this alone! We have an incredible partnership with Company 10 (Hampshire County Emergency Services Agency). They provide our Advanced Life Support (ALS) care, and advanced services.

Community help

Donations
We have a separate donation link that will allow donations to go directly towards our fundraising goal for the ambulance.
Fundraisers
We will be doing several fundraisers/raffles that will go directly towards the ambulance.
Support Our Mission 🚑
Show Up - Attend our events to learn about what we do and see our life-saving equipment in action. Your presence and support keep this 30-year legacy alive!
Lend a Hand - We always need help staffing our fundraisers. By volunteering your time for events, you help prevent our first responders from feeling overwhelmed, ensuring they stay focused on saving lives.

Side By Side Raffle

We are putting together a special raffle that is going directly towards the cost of the ambulance. There are 4 Prizes 1st 2026 Polaris Ranger 1000 2nd Stihl 3 tool package ($1000 Value) 3rd 36 inch Blackstone Grill 4th $500 Cash 1500 Tickets @ $20 donation each *Tickets will be drawn from tumbler*
Coming Soon

Beyond the Vehicle

In addition to the $300,000 purchase price, we are also managing the additional operational costs required to get this service off the ground. This includes essential expenses like:
-Advanced life-support medical equipment-Onboard communication systems -Cot and Power Load system-Initial stocking of life-saving supplies-Licensing and certification fees
We are incredibly grateful for the grant support that has gotten us this far, and we are working hard to cover the remaining balance and setup costs to ensure this ambulance is ready to save lives the moment it hits the road.

Contacts
3144 Capon Springs Rd, Capon Springs, WV 26823
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Capon Springs Volunteer Fire & Rescue is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the community.