Giving Tuesday: How To Help Rural Fire Departments

Giving Tuesday is a day for making donations to non-profits.

Many rural fire departments are struggling to keep their equipment updated, and they struggle to get the word out about their needs.

That's why the Facebook group "Oklahoma Fire Departments" is sharing those department's needs, and the contact information for those departments.

Oklahoma Fire Departments

The Facebook page also has a list of suggested items to donate to local volunteer fire departments:

Snacks and drinks.
Beef Jerky
Bottled Water
Powder or Gatorade
Powder or Gatorade single pouch powder
Peanut butter or cheese crackers
Granola bars or energy bars
Paper goods (paper plates, napkins, utensils, cups)
Canned goods (some departments have kitchens)
Coffee, tea.
Baby wipes
Eye drops
Lip balm or chap stick
Paper towels
Kleenex
Toilet paper
Trash bags
Baggies
Towels
Ice
Ice chest
Sunscreen
Socks
Foot powder
Gloves