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Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation

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The purpose of the Medic One Foundation, founded in 1996, is to provide supplemental funding for emergency medical services that are performed by Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue (CKFR).

For a copy of our Strategic Plan click here.

FUNDING
Although property taxes are Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue’s primary funding source, often times the budget cannot cover the additional expense of acquiring special equipment that our Paramedics need. This is where the Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation comes in. Annually, the Foundation considers needs from a “Wish List” provided by Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue. The foundation board selects the unfunded items to be sponsored then raises funds to acquire the items. Purchases are paid for through donations received from both individuals and businesses. We also receive funding from additional sources such as the generous monthly contributions contributed through CKFR payroll deductions as well as from bequests and other gifts.

PARTNERS
We have received gracious support in the form of grants from the following organizations:

  • Key Bank Foundation
  • Kitsap Bank
  • Lucky Seven Foundation
  • MDU Resources
  • Port Madison Enterprises
  • Rotary Club of East Bremerton
  • Rotary Club of Silverdale
  • Suquamish Tribe
  • The Norcliffe Foundation
  • Puget Sound Energy Foundation
  • Puget Sound Energy’s Community Grant Program
  • Silverdale Chamber of Commerce
  • Glass Odyssey Corvette Club

We also have partnered with the following businesses that support our Foundation with a portion of the proceeds from your purchases:

  • Fred Meyer (Kroger) Community Rewards – choose Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation (ID # TP426)
  • GW Travel and Cruise – mention Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation when booking your vacation

WHO MAKES UP THE BOARD?

  • Community Leaders
  • Professionals in the fields of Medicine and Finance
  • Experts in CKFR functions
  • Community Volunteers

These board members are not paid, but rather donate their time and efforts. We have very low overhead costs and meeting space is provided by CKFR.

Board Bios

  • Virginia Kasper, Chair and Grant Coordinator

    Wood Worker/Custom Wood Furniture Maker for over 21 years

    My friend, Ted Anderson introduced the idea of helping on the board of directors for the Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation in the fall of 2010.  My desire to volunteer and serve in the community in which my family resides was nudged by the mission this foundation takes to heart, namely that is to improve patient care for individuals who find themselves in need of emergency medical aid as provided by Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue.  This is accomplished by the foundation raising funds, and at the time, no one was writing grants for the foundation.  Since accepting the invitation to join the board, I’ve been able to put my scientific/grant writing skills to work and am so grateful I can be a small part of helping others in this community in this unique way.

    In my spare time, I enjoy time with family, theology studies, wood working, watercolor and other mixed media art, stained glass work, gardening, cooking, shopping and travel.

  • Amanda Lancheros, Vice Chair

    Board Certified Emergency Nurse

    I was born and raised in Kitsap County and started working as an Emergency department nurse in 2010. I work daily with the crews from Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue.  In 2019 I was asked to attend a CK Medic One Foundation meeting to see if I would be a good fit for them. It has been a pleasure to volunteer my time to help support Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue to provide exceptional care to this community.

    My outside interests include traveling with my husband, working on home improvement projects and spending time with my family.

  • Kim Peterson, Treasurer

    Kitsap Bank VP Branch Manger-35+ years in the banking industry

    In 2011, I was approached to join the CK Medic One Foundation.  I was excited to be on a board that has the ability to help the citizens of the Central Kitsap area.  I provide financial expertise to the foundation as the treasurer.

    I am a member of the Rotary Club of Silverdale (Past President), a Board member for Puget Sound Kidney Centers, involved with Days for Girls (an organization that advances menstrual equity, health, dignity and opportunity for all), and volunteer with organizations supported by Kitsap Bank.

    My outside interests include walking with Spud (my overactive Golden Retriever), supporting my three adult children by participating in hikes, volunteering at strongman competitions and dog sitting.  I enjoy listening to Cold Cases and Murder/Mystery pod casts.

  • Dr. Mark Eisenberg, Secretary

    Board Certified Emergency Physician (M.D.)

    In 2006, when my tenure as the EMS Medical Program Director for Kitsap County was almost complete, I was asked to join the CK Medic One Foundation as the board of the Foundation was re-forming after a period of inactivity.  My long time interest in first aid, pre-hospital emergency medical services, and emergency medicine made the Foundation’s mission a good fit for my interests, knowledge, and desire to provide community service.  I am the longest serving member of the current Board and I continue to enjoy helping the Foundation provide assistance to the community.

    My outside interests include computers and technology, dabbling in photography and spending time at home with my wife.

  • Carrie Murphy, Communications Director

    Kitsap Bank VP Residential Lending Advisor-35+ in mortgage banking industry

    In 2013, I was approached by a friend and fellow board member to attend a meeting.  After a few meetings, I really felt the significance of the foundations mission and was eager to participate in whatever capacity necessary. I had a small amount of experience in communications and was asked to fill the position. I am proud of the work and support that the foundation has provided to the Medics and community to improve patient care experience and free CPR/ lifesaving techniques training community wide.

    My outside interests consist of spending time with my family. I have 3 grown daughters and 5 grandchildren and I grand dog.  My husband and I like to travel to warm sunny tropical beaches.  And lastly, researching new and interesting recipes to execute in my sanctuary (the kitchen) which generally culminates into a great family gathering.

  • Kathy Earle, Board Member

    30+ years as an RN

    I am an RN at Kaiser Permanente Clinic in Silverdale, formerly Group Health, working as a chronic Disease Manager and doing diabetic education in family practice.

    Being on the CK Medic One Foundation gives me an opportunity to give back to the community and help to support emergency medical services through fund raising. I joined the board in 2017.

    I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter at our Mason Lake cabin. My outside interests consist of gardening, reading and travel.

  • Marcie Brakefield, Board Member

    I was born, raised and educated in Kitsap County.  I started my nursing practice at Harrison Bremerton ER in 1986 and retired 10-31-2017.  I’ve also worked for KMH in both their Adult and Pediatric Inpatient Units and just recently did a short gig for an outpatient drug treatment program.

    I was approached by a former foundation board member, Dick West,  because of my strong support of the CKFR medics and EMTS and asked to attend a Medic One Foundation meeting.  He wanted me to see if I’d be interested in what the foundation’s purpose was.  The rest was history.

    I’m married, have 2 grown children, 3 grown grandchildren and 2 great grandsons who I adore.  I am very involved with my little ones and love getting to have them while their parents work form time to time.  I also love to travel to Hawaii to visit my best friend annually, work part time, and work on crafts.

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PUTTING THE DONATIONS TO WORK
Over the past couple of years the Foundation has purchased and presented to the CKFR District a number of much needed items such as:

  • Two automated CPR devices – Provides automatic, mechanical CPR freeing up CKFR EMS crews to perform other life saving interventions during care and transport of patients in cardiac arrest
  • N-95 respirators and PPE – For EMS crew use during the Covid-19 pandemic response
  • Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) – For placement in community gathering locations
  • Patient transport insert for CKFR Utility 50 apparatus – Allows access to and safe transport of patients from areas inaccessible to larger CKFR vehicles
  • Five Video Laryngoscopes – Technologically advanced equipment used by EMT’s to open an airway of any individual in need of assistance and management of their breathing.  This device allows the EMT to see the anatomy of the patient via specialized fiber optic visualization equipment, allowing for the accurate passing of a breathing tube into the lungs without causing trauma to the vocal cords and soft tissue of the throat.
  • An Intubation Head –  A anatomically correct dummy head that is used for training purposes for correct intubation of patients. This head was specifically designed so that the Video Laryngoscopes use is more effective when it is needed in the field.
  • Five Ventilators – A Technologically advanced piece of equipment that is designed to mechanically move air in and out of a patient’s lungs that are unable to do so,  or that are not breathing sufficiently enough on their own.
  • CO Oximeter – A device that measures carbon monoxide levels in both fire and EMS personnel and potential victims of CO (carbon monoxide) poisoning.
  • Stethoscopes – A state of the art stethoscope for each paramedic of the district, a tradition that has been going on since the mid 1990’s.
  • CPR Training Supplies – To maintain state of the art equipment.
  • CPAP Generators – For treatment of specific respiratory emergencies.
  • Four Reciprocating Rescue Saws – Needed to compliment the equipment on outlying fire engines for early access to trapped & injured persons involved in motor vehicle accidents.
  • Five Stair Chairs – Devices used by EMTs and Paramedics to safely carry patients down stairs or move them out of tight places where a standard gurney will not fit.

In addition to items provided to CKFR, the Foundation supports the following programs for CKFR and the community:

  • CKFR’s Community Safety Classes – Free CPR & AED training and Stop the Bleed training
  • CKFR’s Mass CPR Training events – A community approach to learning CPR
  • CKFR’s Resuscitation Academy – Events that brought together EMS agencies across Kitsap County to learn the latest techniques for life saving cardiac arrest care
  • Kitsap County Kids’ Day – An annual free fire and life safety event for kids of all ages hosted by CKFR

DONOR APPRECIATION

We have established a Recognition Plaque to honor and show appreciation for Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation Donors. The first donor to be recognized was the CKFR Employee Community that donates to the Foundation through monthly payroll deductions. Our sincerest gratitude goes out to this group for its most generous and ongoing support.

The plaque, which lists honored donors, may be viewed in the lobby of the Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue Administration Building.

We thank everyone for the support!

HOW TO DONATE

To make a donation in your name, on behalf of a loved one or entity you may click the donate button below,

call 360-447-3550 or email: info@CKMedicOneFoundation.org

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Donations are tax deductible* as the Foundation is a registered non-profit, tax exempt 501(c)3 organization with the IRS.

*Please consult your tax advisor regarding your personal tax situation.

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Contact the Medic One Foundation

Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation
5300 NW Newberry Hill Road, Silverdale, WA, 98383
www.CKMedicOneFoundation.org          360.447.3550
info@CKMedicOneFoundation.org

“Supporting Emergency Medical Services for You”

Central Kitsap Medic One Foundation is an
IRS 501(c)3 charitable organization

Local Links

These web site addresses are provided solely as resources.

  • Kitsap County
  • Kitsap County CPR
  • Kitsap County Citizen Corps
  • Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management
  • West Sound Red Cross

Contact Us

CKFR Administration Building
5300 NW Newberry Hill Road,
Suite 101
Silverdale, WA 98383
(360) 447-3550

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