Southwood Volunteer Fire Dept.

06/14/2026

Come join us on Sunday, June 21st, as we, along with the Jamesville Fire Dept Celebrate the Life of Vincent Carroll III (Little Vinnie). Stop in to share a story!

06/13/2026

🔥 May Top Five Responders 🔥

The Southwood Fire Department would like to congratulate the May Top Responders for their outstanding dedication and service.

🔥 2nd Deputy Chief Vinnie Carroll– 61 Alarms
🔥 Chief Robert Naugle– 46 Alarms
🔥 1st Deputy Chief Tom Bouvia– 41 alarms
🔥 EMT George Cregg – 23 Alarms
🔥Fire Lieutenant Bobby Taylor- 21 Alarms

On behalf of the membership, we thank you for your continued dedication to the department

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Southwood Fire strongly supports Believe 31 as they continue to support volunteer firefighters and auxiliary members battling cancer or other life threatening illnesses.

On behalf of the Board of Directors and Executive Board of Believe 31, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the members of the
Southwood Volunteer Fire Dept. for their donation toward our Trailer Campaign.

Support from organizations like yours helps us continue our mission of providing education, awareness, support, and hope to firefighters, EMS providers, and their families who are facing cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Your commitment to helping others extends far beyond emergency response and demonstrates the true spirit of the fire service. We are honored to have your support as we work to expand our outreach efforts throughout the communities we serve.

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us make a difference.

06/11/2026

Please support Believe 31 !

🚨 Believe 31 Needs Your Support 🚨

As Believe 31 continues to expand its mission of supporting volunteer firefighters, EMS personnel, and auxiliary members battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, we are asking for your help with an important initiative.

Over the past several years, our organization has grown significantly through educational programs, cancer screening events, community outreach, and support services across Cortland, Madison, Onondaga, and Oswego Counties. With that growth comes the need for additional resources to better serve those who depend on us.

To enhance our ability to transport equipment, educational materials, merchandise, and event resources throughout the counties we serve, Believe 31 is working to acquire a dedicated enclosed trailer. This investment will improve our efficiency, professionalism, and ability to reach more firefighters, EMS providers, and their families with critical cancer awareness and prevention programs.

We are asking our partner agencies, organizations, businesses, and supporters to consider a contribution of $100 or more toward this project. Every donation, regardless of size, will directly support our mission of improving firefighter health, safety, and long-term wellness.

Your continued support has allowed Believe 31 to make a difference in countless lives, and together we can continue expanding these life-saving efforts.

For additional information or to discuss supporting this initiative, please contact [email protected].

06/06/2026

Just an hour and a half left for the community garage sale. Now’s time to stop in for great deals!

06/06/2026

Come check out the vendors at our community garage sale. Here’s a peak of some items available.

06/06/2026

Come check out this Kayak with two life vests (never been used) at our community garage sale today starting at 8:00am and going until 4pm.

06/04/2026

7/17/26 @ 6:35 PM - First Responders Night

06/04/2026

🇺🇸 Here’s a GREAT opportunity to support Believe 31 while celebrating America’s 250th Birthday 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 AMERICA 250 APPAREL PRE-ORDER 🇺🇸

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th Birthday, Believe 31 is proud to introduce this new apparel design featuring our logo proudly displayed alongside the American flag.

This design represents the values that define our organization and those we serve each day, Warrior • Courage • Strength • Hope.

Available by PRE-ORDER ONLY, this apparel comes in three color options:

▪️ Black
▪️ Gray
▪️ Navy Blue

Items available include:

👕 Short Sleeve T-Shirts
👕 Long Sleeve T-Shirts
🧥 Crew Neck Sweatshirts
🧥 Hooded Sweatshirts

To place your order, please visit our online store:

👉 https://believe31.org/shop/Apparel-c146223182

Our goal is to place the first order on Monday, June 22nd, allowing supporters to receive their apparel in time to proudly wear it during the July 4th holiday celebrations.

Every purchase helps support the mission of Believe 31 and the volunteer firefighters, EMS personnel, auxiliary members, and their families that we serve throughout our region.

On behalf of the Believe 31 Board of Directors and Executive Board, we sincerely appreciate your continued support and commitment to our mission.