NEIGHBORHOOD WILDFIRE AMBASSADORS

If you’ve got a grasp on the threat wildfire can pose to a community and you want to ‘be the change’ in your neighborhood, we’ve got everything you need to get started.

We worked with Fire-Adapted Colorado (FACO) to develop a comprehensive training platform so that our Ambassadors have the know-how and expertise to bring real value to their communities.

Ready to take the next steps?

Ambassadors are typically wildfire-savvy, have a genuine interest in helping their neighbors, are well-respected in their communities and have a little free time. They are community volunteers who are empowered to act as spark plugs within their neighborhoods by attending educational events, organizing community activities, mitigation projects, and raising awareness.

RCWMC: We provide our Ambassadors with the training, resources and support they need to be as effective as possible. And, we love them.

You: Sounds great. How do I get started?

How the program works

Schedule an info-session. Reach out to Halie Cunningham or Josh Hankes to learn more about the Program, benefits and expectations.

Enroll in the next training session. Trainings are conducted virtually and take place once a week for six weeks, typically in the spring and fall each year.

Formulate your launch plan. Don’t worry – you’ll be guided through this process in your training!

Work with us and learn from other local ambassadors as you get started!

How will my community benefit if I become a Neighborhood Wildfire Ambassador?

After completing training, you’ll be prepared to help your neighbors understand the potential threat a wildfire might have on your community.

By engaging your neighbors in a helpful way, you’ll make new connections and deepen relationships by working toward a common goal. You can’t do this alone!

We’ll introduce you to the right people at your local fire district, who can reinforce your message and help your community ease the burden on first responders.

We can bring in other experts as needed to provide additional educational opportunities and risk analyses for your community members.

While others need to haul slash to a regional drop-off location, Ambassador-represented neighborhoods get door-to-door service. Your neighbors just have to stage their slash at the end of the driveway and we’ll come chip it! Learn more here >

Your neighbors will get an extra boost in their application scoring when they participate in any of our rebate programs! Learn more here >

And, of course, as a Neighborhood Wildfire Ambassador you’ll receive some cool swag, the tools you need to be effective and periodic opportunities to attend invitation-only events. Your community will be (even more) fortunate to have you. Perhaps you’ll even receive your Firewise USA recognition!

The power of community organization.
Ambassadors recognized by elected officials.

AMBASSADOR-REPRESENTED NEIGHBORHOODS

Is your neighborhood represented? If so, your Neighborhood Wildfire Ambassador may just be getting started. Be patient with these volunteers. We had more than a dozen new ambassadors go through training recently. If not, please send any good candidates our way!

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