Chris Bell, president of Plainsboro Rescue Squad, recently accepted a donation of $1,125 from Merrill Howe, manager of PNC Bank Plainsboro. The ceremony was held in January at PNC Bank on Plainsboro Road. “PNC was more than happy to work with the Rescue Squad on this project,” said Howe. “They do a great job, work hard at it, and we’re very pleased to be able to help.” The money was raised during a September promotion that PNC ran in support of the squad.
“We know that many people in Plainsboro, who haven’t had to use our services, don’t really understand how we work or what we do. So more education and community outreach is one of our aims for 2012,” said Bell. “We are very grateful to PNC for the publicity they gave us during this event last year and we look forward to working with them and other local businesses this year.”
The Plainsboro Rescue Squad is a non-profit, all-volunteer emergency ambulance service. The members answer emergency medical calls throughout the town in the evenings, all night, and all weekend. The rescue squad is financed entirely by gifts, donations, and grants, and is staffed by unpaid volunteer EMTs and members. It does not charge for any of its services. Its fleet comprises three ambulances and one fast response vehicle.
“Without the support of local businesses, residents, and the Township, the Plainsboro Rescue Squad just wouldn’t be able to maintain the highly professional and yet free-of-charge service we provide,” said Michelle Soller, the squad’s vice president. “We have nearly 70 members in the squad and we all are appreciative of all the donations and messages of thanks and support we receive.”
Donations may be sent to Plainsboro Rescue Squad, 621 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro 08536.
