The volunteer Firefighters of the Gilbertsville Fire & Rescue Company carry on a fine, time-honored tradition of selfless service, professionalism, excellence and dedication to the Gilbertsville community and the to the fire service as a whole.

We are a 100% volunteer, non-profit organization whose mission is "to provide efficient and effective emergency response services and awareness programs to the people inhabiting, employed and visiting in Douglass Township; in order to mitigate hazards and preserve life and property, as requested by the municipality, required by statute, or deemed necessary by the Chief Officers."

We are comprised of 26 active firefighters all who are dedicated volunteers. Most are residents of Douglass Township. More than 50% of our active members are PA State Firefighter I and National Pro-Board certified firefighters.

We are your friend's, your neighbors, fellow citizens, who all give of ourselves for the betterment of our community. Our volunteer firefighters give countless hours away from family and friends to help those who are in need, not only for our township.

Our station, located at 1454 East Philadelphia Ave. (Rt. 73) in Gilbertsville houses 6 separate; but equally important pieces of equipment: Squad Truck, Rescue Truck, Field Truck, Utility Truck, Engine and Tanker. In addition, we provide housing for the Pottstown area Salvation Army mobile unit and soon to come, a marine unit.

We also provide mutual aid to our surrounding fire departments when they need help and they do the same for us in return. Please remember we receive very little in funding. Grants that we receive and your donations make up our only source of income.

...and we do not have a fire tax!

Gilbertsville Fire & Rescue Co.
1456 E. Philadelphia Ave.
P.O. Box 454
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
P (610) 367-0277