About Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department

The Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department was established in 1948. The Department provides fire protection and first response emergency medical services to the Town of Grottoes and the counties of Rockingham and Augusta.

Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department responds to over 700 fire and emergency medical incidents per year.

The department proudly operates as an Advanced Life Support First Response agency.

This is a snapshot of our original constitution/bylaws that were constructed when the department was organized in 1948. Although many things have changed the purpose hasn’t!

The Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department (GVFD) was organized in 1948 with the objective of providing fire protection to the Town of Grottoes and the surrounding communities of Augusta and Rockingham Counties. GVFD is a volunteer fire department operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serviced by a group of devoted volunteers comprised of local citizens from your community. Our members share many of the same responsibilities you have including families, full time jobs and personal hobbies, but still are able to give back to their community.

Mission

The mission of the Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department is to provide the highest quality Fire Protection and Emergency Services in the most effective and efficient manner.

Our Vision

The vision of the Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department is to exceed expectations every time and provide the community with the highest quality of people and equipment so that they get the best service.

Our Core Values

Integrity – Selfless Service – Continuous Improvement – Pride

Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department Facilities Hall Rental

Have a budget friendly event with the GVFD Facilities Hall as your venue. Whether you are planning a milestone birthday of any age, a baby/bridal shower, a business meeting, an intimate party, or a wedding consider our spacious and clean facility hall. We are committed to meeting your expectations.

Contacts to Request Additional Information including Hall Availability

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Brent Powell

(540) 209-5408

GVFD Opportunities

Our goal is to have a membership where everyone contributes value making GVFD a successful department. We offer the opportunity to gain experience, build a future and explore new opportunities.

Membership Types:

Active Membership (Fire and/or EMS):

Active members are individuals who actively support all functions of the corporation. While all members are expected to assist with fundraising there are exceptions for the operational portion of the department. Many of our active members choose to only pursue firefighting or EMS and not both.

Associate Membership

(Administrative and/or Fundraising Support): Associate members are individuals who actively support the Corporation in all its functions (administrative duties and/or fundraising) but are NOT required to participate directly in Fire and/or Emergency Medical Services.