2011 Annual Fund Drive Letter

Dear Resident,The Stanley Volunteer Rescue Squad is presently conducting its 2011 annual fun drive. This year our goal is $20,000. Even with the economy being as it is, we feel that with support from our community that we can still reach our goal. Our agency still relies on the donations and support from the community.In 2010 the Stanley Volunteer Rescue Squad had 24 active members and answered 971 emergency calls. In addition to providing coverage for the local schools, recreation leagues, sporting events, and public service calls, we have also assisted the fire department and other surrounding agencies including helping provide coverage for Luray and Shenandoah area residents as well as Skyline Drive when we were requested.The Stanley Volunteer Rescue Squad currently operates three (3) ambulances and two (2) first response units. A fourth (4th) unit was sold because of reoccurring issues and upkeep that was costing a substantial amount of money and was in need of a new transmission. Our newest edition is a 2005 Chevy Tahoe. This unit is fully equipped to help Advance Life Support (ALS) respond quicker to cardiac and other severe calls.With the help of last year̢۪s donations we were able to purchase two (2) heart monitors which have helped us determine if a patient is having a heart attack and has assisted in saving lives.We are now accepting applications for our junior membership program this is for ages sixteen (16) to eighteen (18) years old. We are hoping to get the youth more involved with our community.Again, we thank you for your support. Any amount matters, no matter the size of the donation. Please know that your donations will come back to you through the medical supplies we use or the medical care we provide whether it is you, a family member, neighbor, or friend. Please keep us in your prayers in 2011 and the years to come, that we may serve you to our best ability.If you would like more information on how to donate or to become a volunteer member, please contact me at 540-778-7728.Sincerely,Robert Ruffner, President