🔥Help Strengthen Emergency Services in the Hoodland Community 🔥

Hoodland Fire District #74 is seeking a community volunteer with grant‑writing experience to help research and prepare grant applications supporting emergency services, equipment, training, and community safety programs. This is a meaningful opportunity to use your professional skills to benefit local firefighters, first responders, and residents.

About Hoodland Fire District 🚒

Hoodland Fire District serves the greater Hoodland area by providing:

• Fire protection
• Emergency medical services
• Rescue response
• Wildfire mitigation
• Community risk‑reduction programs

As a public agency, the District relies on a combination of tax revenue, grants, and community support to maintain and enhance services.

The Impact of Grant Funding 💡

Grant funding helps provide essential tools and resources that might otherwise be delayed due to budget constraints. These grants support:

• 🧰 New rescue equipment
• 🩺 Updated medical supplies
• 🛡 Improved firefighter safety gear
• 🌲 Wildfire preparedness and prevention programs
• 🏘 Community resilience initiatives

Your expertise directly contributes to improved response times, increased safety, and stronger community preparedness.

Volunteer Grant Writer Role 📋

Volunteers in this role assist with:

• 🔎 Researching local, state, federal, and foundation grant opportunities
• 📅 Reviewing eligibility requirements and deadlines
• ✍️ Drafting and editing grant proposals
• 📂 Gathering supporting documentation and data
• 📊 Tracking submissions and reporting requirements
• 🤝 Coordinating with District leadership to refine project details

This opportunity may be project‑based or ongoing depending on grant cycles and your availability.

Desired Experience & Skills ⭐

Ideal candidates bring:

• Experience writing successful grant applications
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• Excellent written communication skills
• Attention to detail and time management
• Familiarity with government or nonprofit funding processes (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in emergency services or municipal agencies (optional but helpful)

Time Commitment ⏰

• Flexible and largely remote
• Approximately 5–15 hours per month
• Occasional virtual or in‑person coordination meetings

Why Volunteer? ❤️

Your contribution will:

• Strengthen firefighter and community safety
• Help secure funding that eases the financial burden on local taxpayers
• Enhance overall emergency preparedness in the region
• Support long‑term equipment planning and capital needs
• Make a meaningful, lasting impact on your community

How to Apply 📨

Interested volunteers are encouraged to submit:

• A letter of interest
• A resume or summary of experience
• Examples of past grant work (if available)

Contact the District:

📧 Email: hoodland@hoodlandfire.gov
📞 Phone: 503‑622‑3256

Feel free to reach out with questions or to discuss how your experience aligns with upcoming grant opportunities.

Make a Difference 🌟

Behind every successful emergency response is planning, preparation, and well‑secured resources. Your grant‑writing skills help ensure Hoodland Fire District #74 remains ready, resilient, and equipped to serve.