South Brunswick Economic Development Committee Hosts EMS Fundraiser

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick Economic Development Committee is hosting a networking event with a life-saving mission, bringing together community members to support local emergency medical services while learning critical safety skills.

The fundraising event, scheduled for Sept. 18 at 5 p.m. at The Grape Escape (12 Stults Road, South Brunswick), aims to raise $20,000 for South Brunswick, Kendall Park, and Monmouth Junction EMS organizations through networking, education, and community support.

Attendees will experience live demonstrations of life-saving techniques and emergency preparedness tips while participating in a silent auction featuring local items. The event combines professional networking with hands-on education, making it both informative and engaging for participants.

The three volunteer-driven EMS organizations face substantial equipment and operational costs that require ongoing community support:

Major Equipment Expenses:

• Ambulance replacement costs $300,000 per vehicle for fleet maintenance

• Medical stretchers exceed $15,000 each and require regular replacement

• Defibrillators cost $5,000 per ambulance for cardiac emergency response

Annual Operating Costs:

• Essential trauma materials, oxygen tanks, and EpiPens total up to $15,000 yearly

• Disposable medical supplies, required for infection control, can reach $15,000 annually

• Equipment maintenance for defibrillators and other devices costs up to $10,000

These volunteer organizations rely heavily on community contributions to fund training, equipment purchases, and emergency care capabilities that protect local residents.

Community members who cannot attend the event can still support the cause through direct donations. Contributions can be made by check at the event or mailed to:

Monmouth Junction First Aid Squad PO Box 5 364 New Road Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852.

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