Newtown Square Fire Company

In 1916, all telephone cables connecting local wire stations were on poles and vulnerable to fire damage. Routes 3 and 252 was an important intersection of inter-office cables. A group of AT&T employees started the volunteer fire company to protect telephone cables and serve the community. Over a century later, volunteer members continue to operate the fire company, along with a small paid staff of firefighters to shorten our response times. In addition to Newtown and Willistown Townships, we assist neighboring communities in Delaware and Chester counties.

Firefighters and fire police respond to emergency calls for:

      building, brush, electrical, and other fires

      life-threatening medical emergencies

      fire alarms

      vehicle accidents, including victim extraction

      downed trees and wires

      pet rescues

Our community relies on us for:

      fire prevention education

      presence at events

      important celebrations

      holiday Santa drives

The cost of providing these services includes:

      emergency vehicle maintenance

      rescue apparatus

      fire station building maintenance and mortgage

      firefighter apparel and equipment

      paid firefighter salaries

      firefighter training

Our auxiliary and members spend many hours with fundraising:

      annual community fund drive

      biannual flea market and flower sales

      BINGO at the firehouse

      cooperating business donation events

Newtown Township helps defray the cost of replacing emergency vehicles. We also apply for all government and public grants. Each time we respond with a firetruck, the cost exceeds $1000. Imagine how your local property taxes would increase without our selfless volunteers.

Please help fund our services with your 501(c)(3) tax-deductible contribution today. Thank you!