Annual Camp Stew Sale

The Friendship Fire Department’s Annual Camp Stew Sale is one of our longest-running and most meaningful fundraising traditions. For decades, this event has brought our community together while helping provide the funding needed to support the department’s daily operations, emergency readiness, and long-term service to the Friendship community.

Sometimes held twice each year, the Camp Stew Sale is more than a fundraiser—it is a reminder of the strong bond between our department and the people we proudly serve.

A Tradition of Support

At Friendship Fire Department, community support plays an important role in helping us maintain the equipment, training, and resources needed to respond when emergencies happen. As a volunteer fire department, fundraising helps bridge the gap between operational needs and available funding.

Our Camp Stew Sale has become a trusted and well-loved tradition over the years. Families enjoy a great meal while directly supporting the firefighters who protect lives, homes, and property throughout our community. Every purchase helps strengthen the department and supports the mission of public safety.

Your Support Helps Keep Us Ready

The proceeds from our Camp Stew Sale go directly toward important department needs that help us remain prepared to serve. Funds raised through this annual event help support:

Firefighter Gear and Protective Equipment

Firefighting requires specialized gear designed to protect our volunteers in dangerous conditions. Fundraiser proceeds help with the purchase, replacement, and maintenance of essential protective equipment used during emergency response.

Training, Education, and Certification

Volunteer firefighters must complete ongoing training to stay prepared for the demands of the job. Funds help support continuing education, required certifications, skills development, and additional training opportunities that strengthen our department’s readiness.

Apparatus and Equipment Maintenance

Our trucks, tools, hoses, and emergency response equipment must be maintained and kept in reliable working condition. Fundraising helps cover maintenance, repairs, equipment upgrades, and operational needs that allow us to respond safely and effectively.

Station Maintenance and Improvements

A fire station is more than a building—it is the center of department operations, emergency response, training, and community service. Camp Stew Sale proceeds help with upkeep, repairs, improvements, and facility needs that support the daily function of the department.

Community Outreach and Fire Prevention

Public safety includes more than emergency response. Funds also help support outreach efforts, fire prevention education, and programs that allow the department to serve and inform the community beyond emergency calls.

Helping Fill Critical Needs

Volunteer fire departments depend on strong community partnerships to meet the growing demands of service. Fundraisers like the Camp Stew Sale help support the needs that keep firefighters equipped, trained, and ready to respond.

Your support helps make it possible for the department to:

Maintain emergency response readiness
Support firefighter safety
Improve equipment and facilities
Continue training and education
Strengthen service to the community

Every quart of camp stew purchased represents direct support for the work of the Friendship Fire Department.

How You Can Help

Support the Sale

There are several ways to be part of this important fundraiser:

Buy Camp Stew

Enjoy a delicious community tradition while helping support the department. Purchasing camp stew is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways to give back.

Spread the Word

Tell your family, friends, neighbors, and local businesses about the sale. Community awareness helps make the fundraiser stronger and extends its impact.

Volunteer

Support the event by helping with cooking, preparation, packing, or distribution. Volunteers play an important role in making the sale a success.

Become a Sponsor

Local businesses and community supporters can help by sponsoring the event. Sponsorship helps strengthen the fundraiser while showing visible support for the fire department and the community.

Support Friendship Fire Department

When you support the Friendship Fire Department’s Camp Stew Sale, you are doing more than purchasing a meal—you are helping provide the tools, training, and resources needed to protect our community.

We are grateful for every person, family, volunteer, and local business that continues to support this tradition. Your generosity helps keep our crews ready and our department strong.

For ordering information, pricing, sponsorship opportunities, or volunteer details, please contact Friendship Fire Department at the station or speak with one of our administrative officers.

Notice of camp stew sales are announced on our Facebook page along with here on our website.

Thank You for Supporting Our Department

The continued success of our Camp Stew Sale reflects the pride, trust, and generosity of the community we serve. Thank you for helping the Friendship Fire Department continue its mission of protecting life and property with professionalism, dedication, and community pride.

Thank you to the local businesses that helped us in January 2026 to make the drive successful.

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