From the NVFC: Applications are open for DripDrop Hydration Giveback Campaign

July 8, 2025

From the National Volunteer Fire Council

The application period for the 2025 DripDrop Hydration Giveback Campaign is now open. For the sixth year, DripDrop has partnered with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to provide 200,000 electrolyte sticks to volunteer fire departments to keep responders hydrated during wildfires, summer heat, long incidents, and more. A total of 1,000 volunteer fire departments will receive 2 cases (200 sticks) each of electrolyte powder.

Firefighters work in high-heat, high-stress environments while wearing hefty gear and carrying heavy equipment. Without the proper precautions, this can lead to dehydration and heat related injuries. DripDrop is fast, proven hydration that works to replenish lost fluids and electrolytes quickly, so responders can perform at their best, both physically and mentally.

“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with DripDrop electrolyte powder to make sure that volunteer departments have the resources they need to protect their responders from dehydration and avoid heat-related illness and injury,” said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch. “Local volunteer departments often have to stretch every penny, and this donation will ensure that they are able to provide critical hydration to those who keep their communities safe.”

“We’re honored to collaborate with the National Volunteer Fire Council for the sixth year in a row to support volunteer fire departments across the U.S.,” said John Shea, Chief Marketing Officer at DripDrop Hydration. “It’s a privilege to have earned the trust of firefighters nationwide, and we’re proud to help power their heroic efforts to ensure their communities stay safe.

The application period closes at 8pm ET on July 22. Apply at www.dripdrop.com/NVFC-2025.

To be eligible to apply, departments must meet the following criteria:

• At least one member of the department must be an active member of the NVFC. Member name and email address used for NVFC portal loginmust be provided. If you don’t know your member status, click here to find out. Learn about member benefits and join here.
• The department must be over 50% volunteer; paid on-call is considered volunteer.
• The department must be located in the U.S. and legally organized under state law.
• A physical address must be provided for shipping; product cannot be shipped to P.O. Boxes. Entries with a P.O. Box will be disqualified.
• Recipients must use the donation for the benefit of their department and not for any other purpose; cannot be resold.
• Recipients agree that their department name, details from application, and photo may be used in media by DripDrop and the NVFC for the purposes of promoting the program.
• Only one application will be accepted per department; any subsequent applications received for that department are ineligible.
• Please note: Priority consideration will be given to departments that respond to wildfires and those that did not receive a donation in 2024. 

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About DripDrop Hydration, PBC

DripDrop is an oral rehydration solution (ORS) invented by Dr. Eduardo Dolhun while on life saving humanitarian aid missions across the globe. It was created for fast hydration in the most challenging circumstances where IVs were not an option. DripDrop is a breakthrough in hydration, designed for both speed and taste to deliver the fastest hydration possible, and is trusted by doctors, firefighters, professional athletes, and the U.S. Military. DripDrop is proven hydration for exercise, heat, performance, travel, sleep, and wellness. As a Public Benefit Corporation, DripDrop is committed to defeating dehydration and each purchase generates life-saving donations and hands-on support across the globe. For more information, or to find a store that carries DripDrop, visit www.dripdrop.com.

About the NVFC

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides critical resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.