Unfortunately, many people don't realize the amount of many it takes to properly equip today's fire department.   Being located in Northwest Indiana we are equipped to respond to HAZMat emergencies, confined space entrapment emergencies, high angle rescue, and cold water rescue.  Of course, this is all in addition to performing traditional firefighter duties. 

In order to provide this level of protection we must seek alternative funding.  Each year we apply for several private, state, and federal grants.  In the event we are lucky enough to receive grant funds, many require a percentage of "matching funds".  Without the matching funds we are unable  to receive the grant funds.  In an effort to keep matching funds on hand, we hold annual fundraisers depositing the funds into the fire department donation account.  In addition to using the donation account for matching funds, we also use it to supplement small equipment purchases and to hold additional fundraisers.

If you are interested in making a donation to the Griffith Fire Department contact Chief Thiel at 219-924-7500.

Please Support Those Who Support Us

A.T. Business Products, Inc.                          HFS Bank                                                      TST Cingular Wireless

Advanced Physical Therapy                          Hometown Carpets                                        Two Uncles Constuction

Aeromet Industries, Inc.                               Horseshoe Casino

All Insurors, Inc.                                           Ink Spot Printing

American Chemical Service                          J & M Golf

Bakker Produce                                            Kuiper Funeral Home

Bank Calumet                                                Lamprecht Florist

Bank One                                                      Mercantile National Bank

Baxter Printing                                             Meyers Heating & Cooling

Bridges Scoreboard Restaurant                      Nationwide Floor & Window Covering

C & R Stationary                                           Pactiv

Catania CPA Group P.C.                                Party Liquors

Centier Bank                                                Pepsi- Cola Americas

Christopher Gall, D.D.S.                                Prompt Ambulance

Concept Vision LLC                                       Reeds Temple

Enbridge Inc.                                                RSquared Technology Solutions, LLC

Fagen-Miller Funeral Gardens                        Safety Shred Document Shredding

Family Care Centers                                     Sand Ridge Bank

Fred C. Doppler & Sons, Inc                           SCR Remodeling

Govert Auto Body, Inc.                                  ServPro

Griffith Golf Center                                        Southlake Limousine

Griffith Jewelers                                           Spitz & Miller Insurance Agency

Griffith Locksmith                                         Strack & Van Til

Griffith Meat Market                                     The Times

Griffith Savings Bank                                     Tim's Landscape Services, Inc.

Griffth Aviation                                             TLC Plumbing, Inc.

Hair Fashions by Charles                                Torrenga Engineering, Inc.

Fundraising For Others...

Although there are countless worthwhile charities that need support, the Griffith Fire Department holds an annual boot drive to help support the Hoosier Burn Camp.  The Hoosier Burn Camp is a non-profit organization that provides a group camp experience for boys and girls that have suffered burns and have been treated in Indiana.  In many cases this week at camp may be the only time the kids are able to interact with others that have suffered from similar medical set backs. 

If you are interested in learning more please go to http://www.hoosierburncamp.org

The revenue from “Secure Indiana” license plate sales funds the Indiana Homeland Security Foundation. The Foundation, one of the first of its kind in the nation, offers financial support for critical public safety needs across Indiana.  For more information please click here or contact your local BMV branch.