SOUTHWICK – The Southwick Fireman’s Association (SFA) has partnered with Lane Photography for a fundraiser this summer.
Lane is offering family portrait sessions at the Southwick Fire station for a $25 donation to the SFA.
For every paid session, Lane will give families a complimentary 8×10 photo. SFA member Jessica Bishop said letters will be sent to Southwick residents next week and she wants everyone to know it is a legitimate fundraiser.
“There are a lot of scams and we want residents to know we truly do benefit from this,” Bishop said.
Photo sessions – with a professional background – will take place at the station Aug. 1 and 2.
“People will mail in the $25 donation and Lane will schedule the photos sessions,” said Bishop. “Then he will be back Aug. 8 and 9 for people to review the photos.”
Everyone will receive the free 8×10 and those who purchase a photo package will further benefit the SFA because Lane will donate a portion of each package to the Association.
Bishop said she was approached by Lane for the fundraiser, which has been successful for other departments.
“I called other fire departments that have done this and they were so happy with it,” Bishop said.
Funds raised will be used toward the purchase of equipment and training. Bishop said the department needs new meters, which can cost thousands of dollars. They also need new hose nozzles.
“Right now we’re in the process of sending firefighters to arson investigation training,” she said. “Eric Brogan is working in his certificate in arson investigation and this would help defray training costs.”
Bishop said anyone with questions about the fundraiser should contact her at 413-569-6363.
