Who We Are
Big Sur Volutneer Fire Brigad, Members at the Fire House
The Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade was formed in 1974 to provide structure fire protection for the residents and businesses in the Big Sur area. Our area covers 60 miles of coastline, along Highway One, from Hurricane Point on the north end to the Monterey/San Luis Obispo County line on the south. We were then and still are an all-volunteer Brigade, currently with about 40 members. Our organization now provides structure and wild land fire protection, and in addition we respond to medical calls, vehicle accidents, high angle rescues, coastal and hazardous materials incidents, and we provide management and mutual aid for major incidents such as large wildfires and emergency road closures which can isolate the entire community.
How We Are Funded
We are funded almost entirely by grants and donations from fundraising activities such as our Big Sur River Run, the Big Sur Marathon, the Nepenthe Halloween Bal Masque, and send out a fundraising letter each year requesting support from our local residents. We welcome any and all donations as we are continually trying to upgrade our equipment and emergency response capabilities.
Contributions such as cash, appreciated stock, in-kind professional services and used vehicles and equipment have in the past helped us build our capabilities for emergency response. If you would like to contact us about making a donation, our address is:
Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade
P.O. 520
Big Sur, CA. 93920
Phone 831-667-2113
As a non-profit 501 C3 organization, tax-exempt number 94-2840361, we are able to solicit donations. Press donate below to make a tax exempt donation.