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ENGINE 212 & TOWER 21
Our Apparatus
Explore our current fleet and the retired apparatus that helped shape our history.
Explore apparatus ↗CHATHAM, VIRGINIA · PROUDLY SERVING SINCE 1895
CHATHAM VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Courage. Service. Community.
WHO WE ARE
A tradition of service.
A commitment to tomorrow.
For generations, the Chatham Volunteer Fire Department has been part of the community it serves. Our volunteers answer the call with a shared commitment to protecting lives and property.
Explore our history ↗ANSWER THE CALL
Volunteer With Us
Make a difference in your community. Ask us about becoming a member.
Ask about volunteering ↗STAY CONNECTED
STATION 21 APPARATUS
Our Apparatus
Engine 212 ↗
2007 Pierce Contender
Tower 21 ↗
2015 Pierce Arrow XT
Rescue 21 ↗
2003 Freightliner / American LaFrance
Engine 211 ↗
1995 Freightliner / E-ONE
Tanker 216 ↗
2002 Freightliner / Pierce
Brush 215 ↗
2000 Ford F-350 / Slagle’s
Utility 214 ↗
2024 Ram 5500
Command 21 ↗
2022 Ford F-250
RTV 21 ↗
2008 Polaris Ranger 6x6
Answer the call
Become a Volunteer
Interested in making a difference in Chatham? Start your membership application online. We welcome interest in full, associate, and junior membership.
Applications will be reviewed by authorized department officers. Approved applicants receive department policies, bylaws, and additional requirements through the department.
Membership application
The planned secure application system includes saved drafts for up to 30 days, document uploads, signatures, confirmation, and officer-only review.
Application progress and review decisions will be managed privately, not displayed publicly.
Membership Application · Preview
Demonstration only. Do not enter sensitive information. This form does not transmit, store, or submit applications.
STAND WITH YOUR LOCAL VOLUNTEERS
Strong communities
stand together.
Your involvement helps keep the spirit of volunteer service alive. Contact the department to learn how you can support our mission.
Stay connected
News & Events
Department announcements, fundraisers, community events, and fire prevention activities will appear here after officer review and approval.
Community
Department Events
Upcoming public events and fundraisers will be posted here.
Updates
Department News
Approved news and photographs will be shared with the community.
Public safety
Important Alerts
Department officers will manually activate and remove important notices, including burn-ban information.
Safety first
Fire Prevention
Help protect your family and neighbors with fire safety education, working smoke alarms, escape plans, and safe lithium-ion battery charging.
Additional department-approved fire prevention resources and announcements will be added here.
Safety reminders
✓ Test smoke alarms regularly.
✓ Practice a home fire escape plan.
✓ Use the correct charger for battery-powered devices.
✓ Never block your home's exits.
Support Station 21
Help Us Serve Chatham
Community support helps the department continue its mission. The planned donation experience will allow one-time or monthly giving through Square.
Square checkout link pending. No payments can be made through this preview.
Every contribution matters.
Thank you for supporting the volunteers who serve Chatham and the surrounding community.
In-person donations can also be coordinated directly with the department.
Community connection
Upcoming & Featured Events
Browse department fundraisers, community activities, and approved public outreach events.
Featured Events
Approved featured events will appear here once entered by officers.
View Event Calendar ↗Request a Department Visit
Schools, organizations, and community members can request fire prevention presentations, station tours, truck appearances, parades, and more.
Request Outreach ↗Stay Connected
Choose which types of department updates you'd like to receive by email.
Email Updates ↗GET IN TOUCH
We're here for
our community.
Interested in volunteering, supporting an event, or learning more about the department? Reach out to our team.
Chatham Volunteer Fire Department
Chatham, Virginia
Phone: 434-432-1516. Mailing address and email pending confirmation.
IN AN EMERGENCY, CALL 911