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Our Mission
The San Rafael Fire Foundation (SRFF) provides vital financial and community support to the firefighters and paramedics who protect San Rafael. Our mission is to go beyond the City budget—funding the equipment, technology, and training that keep our fire department operating at peak effectiveness.
As an all-volunteer organization, the Foundation raises funds efficiently and transparently, ensuring maximum impact for San Rafael’s first responders. Your tax-deductible donation is one of the most meaningful ways to show gratitude and support for the men and women who keep our community safe.
Donor support has already helped fund initiatives such as:
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Drone program for Search & Rescue and firefighting
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The Fire Boat San Rafael
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Thermal Imaging Cameras
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New turnout boots for all firefighter/paramedics
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Helmet shields for all firefighter/paramedics
What Class-1 Protection Means for Our Community
The San Rafael Fire Department is a Class 1 Fire Department—the highest rating a fire service can earn in the United States. Fewer than 1% of departments nationwide achieve this elite designation.
For residents and businesses, Class 1 protection means faster response times, advanced equipment, highly trained personnel, and even potential savings on insurance. It reflects a level of excellence that few communities nationwide can claim.
Your donation ensures San Rafael remains among the best protected communities in the country—keeping our families and businesses safer every day.
Nonprofit Status
San Rafael Fire Foundation is a nonprofit organization recognized by the State of California and certified as a 501(c)(3) organization by the IRS.
Our EIN can be found in the footer and header of each page. Click the SRFF IRS link to view the IRS approval letter.
