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The Pittsboro Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, Inc. has been serving the Pittsboro and Chatham County communities since its organization in 1936. Operating out of three stations, the department is staffed 24/7 by dedicated volunteers committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of local residents. In addition to emergency response services, the department offers various programs, including smoke detector installations, reflective address signs, and fire prevention initiatives. Their training programs encompass fire training, pump training, and Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) training to maintain high standards of preparedness and safety. Generated from the website

Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA (RAFI-USA) is a non-profit organization based in Pittsboro, NC, that is dedicated to challenging the root causes of unjust food systems. They support and advocate for economically, racially, and ecologically just farm communities, envisioning a thriving, sustainable, and equitable food system where farmers and farmworkers have dignity and agency. RAFI-USA provides resources, trainings, and assistance to farmers, including financial crisis hotlines, access to USDA programs, and guides for resilient farms. They also engage in policy advocacy, working towards just agricultural policies and challenging corporate power. RAFI-USA believes in the power of cooperation and collaboration, working together with allies to strengthen their impact. They offer programs such as the Farmers of Color Network and Farm Faith Partnerships Project, and provide educational resources through their blog and magazine. Through their work, RAFI-USA aims to create a more sustainable and just food system for all.Generated from the website