SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT
Watch how the Gilbert Franklin Fire Department saved the Lepper family home in summer 2024.
WE ARE A COMMUNITY THAT SHOWS UP FOR ONE ANOTHER
On the first day of summer break, the Lepper family’s home in Gilbert, Iowa, caught fire. Their three daughters, home alone when a rechargeable flashlight ignited inside a charging drawer, responded quickly and called 911.
Thanks to community-funded resources and training, our 100% volunteer-led Gilbert-Franklin Township Fire Department responded rapidly, preventing the home from being completely destroyed and keeping the family safe.
This is what community looks like — neighbors helping neighbors. And it’s only possible with your support.
"The fact that these guys do this voluntarily to support all of us in the community — and saved our house from being completely destroyed — we should all be so thankful." — Austin Lepper
YOUR SUPPORT SAVES LIVES
Every donation helps our fire department stay prepared and ready to serve our community. With your support we can:
- Upgrade Vital Equipment – Keeping our firefighters prepared with the best tools.
- Provide Essential Training Programs – Ensuring rapid, expert response to emergencies.
- Maintain Our Fleet – Keeping our trucks and gear in top condition so it is ready for action.
Your support ensures that when the next call comes, we’ll be ready — just like we were for the Leppers.
GIVE NOW
Thank you for helping us protect Gilbert, one family at a time.
