How it Started

Condega, a beautiful town of 10,000 people in northern Nicaragua, was adopted as Bend, Oregon's sister city in 2004.  One of the first requests by Condega's mayor was for assistance to establishi a fire department.  Although Condega was 148 years old, the town had never had a fire station, a fire engine or any fire fighting equipment.  So the Condega Bomberos Project was launched by the Bend Firefighters Association, to establish a fire service to protect and serve the people of Condega.

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Over the past four years, we've gathered donated gear like protective clothing, uniforms, emergency medical equipment, even a fully equipped fire engine!  All of which have been shipped to Condega with help from the Denton Program.  

Several groups of Bend firefighters have traveled to Nicaragua and began training the Condega volunteers.  The most recent trip was in March of 2008.   

See our Progress!

Have a Cup of Joe

Strictly Organic Coffee is currently offering coffee from in and around the Condega area, and donating a portion of the proceeds from each pound of coffee sold to the Condega Bomberos Project.  The blend - Nueva Esparanza - meaning "new hope" is available for purchase.

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The Bend Brewing Co. first brewed Axe Head Red in honor of the Bend Fire Department's 100 year anniversary.  They now release this exceptional ale several times throughout the year and donate 25 cents per pint to the Condega Bomberos Project.  So, support the cause while you're tippin' back a pint!

We're gladly accepting monetary donations to help sustain our efforts.  Additional funding will help support operational costs in Condega, such as fuel for the engine, additional equipment and ongoing training. 

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Donate Surplus Equipment

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