More than 250 brigades benefited from the funds raised by their local IGA store.
A hand-over of funds was held at CFA’s State Logistics Centre, which distributes much of the new equipment bought with IGA’s donations.
During the presentation CFA CEO Mick Bourke said the donation makes a real difference to so many brigades.
“Funds are raised locally and stay in the community to support the local brigade. This means brigades can purchase additional equipment such as specialised torches or hose nozzles, GPS units, thermal imaging cameras and even additional vehicles.
“The support shown by IGA’s Community Chest Program means many CFA brigades can upgrade their equipment and put it to use in their local community.
“IGA also offers support through community education sessions run at stores, localised fire safety promotions, and even providing urgent supplies at times, such as in the aftermath of 7 February 2009.
Mick Daly, Chairman of the Victorian IGA State Board is proud of the IGA Community Chest program and its success, lending his admiration to shoppers for supporting such an important initiative for the community.
“I think it is really important for local businesses to get behind causes like CFA, especially when looking at the turbulent year we have experienced with bushfires. The community has really embraced IGA’s Community Chest initiative and we have been overwhelmed at the support and fantastic result,” Mr Daly said.
To help support your local brigade, purchase IGA Community Chest branded products at your local IGA store.
Brigades have already received funds, with many putting them towards items such as quickfill pumps and brigade owned vehicles.
Images by Keith Pakenham CFA Public Affairs
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