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THE CONDEGA BOMBEROS PROJECT

 
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A City in Need

  Condega, a beautiful town of 10,000 people in northern Nicaragua, was adopted as Bend, Oregon's sister city in 2004.   Although Condega was 148 years old, the town had never had a fire station, a fire engine or any fire fighting equipment.

A Great Accomplishment  

  The Condega Bomberos Project was launched by the Bend Firefighter's Association to assist Condega in the establishment of a fire department.  Two years were spent fundraising and gathering donated equipment and gear, including protective clothing, uniforms, emergency medical equipment, and even a fully equipped fire engine.  In January of 2008, the truck and three and a half tons of gear were delivered to Condega via a US Air Force training flight.  The Condegans were ready; upward of 20 people had already stepped up to be a part of their city's first Volunteer Fire Department.  Soon after, Bend Firefighters made two missions to Condega to train the volunteers.  Finally, the long-anticipated Condega Fire Department was a reality.


A Continued Challenge 

The Condega Bomberos Project has already made more of an impact than could have been imagined.  Condegans are now responding to many emergency calls every month, saving homes and lives in their community.

But there is still a great need.  The Condega Fire Department still lacks much in the way of equipment, including wildland-safety gear and portable electric generators to use at night.  Funds are desperately needed to maintain and fuel equipment.  Ongoing training costs money, as does administration of Condega's financial input and output.  Without funding to support these efforts, the Condega Fire Department will falter.

  

What Can You Do?

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 Esperanza - 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.  The BBC continues to re-release this exceptional ale and donate 25 cents per pint to the Condega Bomberos Project.  

So, do your part and drink some beer!

 

 ...extra change?

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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