Volunteer Directory

CIVIC SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

ISLAND POSSE – Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith Volunteers assist county law enforcement work of the Sheriff’s office by participating in crime watch “Posse” efforts on the island. Background checks are required. Participation is dependent upon events and assigned occasional shifts. Contact: Christy Thompson [email protected]

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONDER – St. George Island Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services This 24-member, volunteer, non-profit fire, rescue and EMS department has the primary response area of St. George Island. Volunteers can perform a variety of chores but those responsible for fire and rescue require extensive training, general good health and fitness, and dependability.
Contact: Chief Kevin Delahanty 850-653-6657.

SGI CIVIC CLUB – This non-partisan fifty year old, non-profit organization serves as a forum for political candidates and discussions of island-related issues through guest speakers. The government relations committee tracks local county government matters and another committee provides the newsletter containing items of interest for civic-minded volunteers. Monthly meetings are suspended at this time but the Board of Directors meets every third Tuesday at 4 pm at the Firehouse. Volunteers interested in current events, writing grants

for island improvements, and communications, email president Jim Morris at [email protected] and visit www.sgiCivicClub.com

photo by Michael Yelvington