In 2012, 7 friends sat around a kitchen table and decided that enough was enough. Their city could no longer be without a fire brigade. And so GBCV, or group of volunteer civil firefighters was born. 

In the beginning we had no more than a coverall and a plastic helmet, but gradually we have been able to grow and equip our members with the necessary gear. 

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Besides attending fire and EMT emergencies, our NGO also has several social projects, such as a youth fire brigade for children from vulnerable backgrounds.

Every year "our” Santa Claus visits the poorest neighbourhoods to hand out toys and sweets to those who would otherwise receive nothing. 

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More than 10 years later we have cemented a strong reputation with the local government, having been recognized as an institution of public utility in 2014.

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We still do everything with about nothing. Our annual budget lies below 2000$ and without the help of various fire departments from all over the world who have donated to our cause, we would not be able to perform our job.​ Our volunteers pay for their own uniform, insurance and often help in the acquisition of spare parts.​

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