Give Back Program - Volunteer First Responders

Skookum Works Volunteer First Responder Give Back Program 2025:

At Skookum Works, we recognize and deeply value the dedication of volunteer first responders who serve their communities, often at personal expense. Jacob, our founder and product designer, is a first responder who is often faced with the challenge of purchasing his own gear as part of our local Search and Rescue team. To show our appreciation and support to other first responders, we’re launching our 2025 Give Back Program to equip these volunteers with radio guards that enhances their safety and efficiency in the field, while relieving some of the personal financial burden they face.

Each month, we will select one volunteer emergency response organization (e.g., Search and Rescue, Volunteer Firefighters, Volunteer Ski Patrol) to receive 20 Skookum Works Guards. Approx value up $800 CAD.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the program, applicants must:

1. Be active members of a volunteer first response organization (e.g., Search and Rescue, Volunteer Firefighters, Ski Patrol).

2. Provide the following information:

   • Full Name

   • Volunteer Organization Name

   • Volunteer Organization Website

   • Organization ID or Verification of Affiliation

   • Number of members in organization

   • Number of radios in fleet

   • Make and Model of radio fleet

   • Media consent - must agree to allow Skookum Works to use your story, organization logo and images provided to us in media releases related to your participation in our Give Back Program (e.g.) social media and email newsletters

3. Share your story (approx. 100 words) explaining how Skookum Works’ guards would benefit your organization.

Application Process

1. Application Period:
   Applications open January 1, 2025, and close Dec 1, 2025.

2. Submission:
   Applications can be submitted via an online form on the Skookum Works website.

3. Review and Selection:

   • Applications will be reviewed monthly.

   • Priority may be given to teams who demonstrate high need or serve in underfunded organizations.

4. Notification and Distribution:

   • Selected recipients will be notified by the 15th of each month throughout the year.

   • Products will be shipped to recipients after they are notified and chosen the 20 guards that are the best fit for their organization.

Marketing and Communication

1. Announcement:

   • We will share details via Skookum Works’ website, social media, and email newsletter.

2. Recipient Spotlights:

   • Feature selected responders on Skookum Works’ platforms to highlight their stories and contributions (with permission).

3. Community Engagement:

   • Encourage recipients to share their experiences using the guards to showcase their impact.

Goals and Impact

• Goal: Support 12 volunteer emergency teams and up to 240 individual responders with gear that improves safety and operational efficiency.

• Impact: Strengthen the connection between Skookum Works and the first responder community while giving back in a meaningful way.