A sense of purpose. The rewards of helping others. Gaining valuable experience. Our members list many reasons for serving the community and what they get out of it. Won’t you join us?
SUPPORT US
DonateOur routine obligations exceed what Montgomery County covers, so we spend tens of thousands of dollars every year to pay bills.
Donations to Glen Echo Fire Department are tax-deductible under §170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.
GEFD is a volunteer-owned and -operated station with joint staffing with Fire Fighters and EMTs from Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, serving the suburbs northwest of Washington, DC.
ALL APPARATUS
DEPARTMENT HISTORY
Build the Next Generation First Responder Campus
The Glen Echo Fire Department is embarking on a transformational $20 million effort to replace its aging station with a modern, safe, and resilient 33,000-square-foot First Responder Campus built to serve our community for generations.
Bingo & Auction
More information about our annual family-friendly fundraising Bingo & Silent Auction.
Fire & Life Safety Information & Resources
Videos, infographics, downloadable checklists, and more for your home and businesses.
