Submitted by Craig Alperowitz
On February 12, 2019, more than 8,000 letters were mailed out to Chatham residents, businesses, religious organizations and community groups to kick off the annual fundraising campaign for the Chatham Emergency Squad.
The letter, signed by President Evan Skinner and Captain Steve Davenport, explains how the squad is comprised of a membership base made entirely of volunteers, each of whom provide superior service and care to helping those in need. The squad’s Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) go through extensive training, which far exceeds the requirements by the State of New Jersey.
For 83 years, the Chatham Emergency Squad has been committed to providing free emergency services for residents, businesses and visitors to Chatham Township and Chatham Borough. It is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year and is fully funded thanks to the generous contributions of Chatham residents and businesses.
All contributions are 100% tax-deductible and will be used for necessary equipment and training to help EMTs safely and effectively assist patients in need. Contributions can be made in a variety of ways – via check, online via credit card at chathamemergencysquad.org, or through a donation button on the Chatham Emergency Squad Facebook page, which increases the donor’s impact as the squad is not subjected to processing fees.
About the Chatham Emergency Squad
The Chatham Emergency Squad is an all-volunteer organization funded almost exclusively by donations. CES never charges for its services. In 2018 they responded to over 1,200 emergency calls and provided free training in CPR to more than 400 residents, teachers, coaches and emergency personnel. To learn more, to donate or to volunteer, please visit chathamemergencysquad.org.
(above) Chatham Emergency Squad volunteers.
