Summary
Organization name
Longmont Emergency Unit
other names
LEU
1957
Tax id (EIN)
84-0536967
Category
Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
PO Box 1202Longmont, CO 80502
Boulder County, CO, US
About
Goals & Needs
General Summary
The Longmont Emergency Unit (LEU) is an all-volunteer emergency response organization proudly serving Longmont, Colorado, and the surrounding areas since 1957. Our team focuses on traffic control, medical standby services, and additional critical services such as missing persons searches, evidence searches, crime scene lighting, and community event support. Operating 24/7, LEU is committed to assisting local law enforcement, emergency services, and the community during times of critical need.
Testimonials
The Longmont Emergency Unit has received national and local government recognition for volunteerism within the community as well acknowledgments from surrounding fire service agencies and private citizens within the community. The LEU has a long history of serving it's community. As an example, many years ago the Unit was featured in a Rescue 911 television documentary involving a successful dramatic swift water rescue in the mountains of Boulder County.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Donate: Your financial contribution—whether $50, $500, or more—helps us fund critical training, maintain emergency equipment, and recognize the efforts of our dedicated volunteers. Every dollar brings us closer to our mission of safeguarding lives.
Corporate Matches: Maximize your impact by participating in a corporate match program. Partnering with LEU demonstrates your company's commitment to community safety while amplifying the contributions of your employees.
Volunteer: Join our team of dedicated individuals and make a direct impact in your community. Whether you assist in operations or commit to being on-call, your time and talents are invaluable to our mission.
Take Action Today:
- Contribute below.
- Contact us at info@leu-rescue.org for sponsorship opportunities and to discuss matching programs.
- Sign up to volunteer by visiting www.leu-rescue.org/volunteer.
Together, we can ensure that LEU remains a vital resource for Longmont and beyond. Act now and make a difference!
Mission
Dedicated to Community Safety:
The Longmont Emergency Unit’s mission is to provide specialized volunteer emergency services to assist law enforcement and public safety agencies in safeguarding lives, ensuring public safety, and fostering community resilience.
(Desire to Serve, Ability to Perform & Courage to Act)
Background Statement
The Longmont Emergency Unit was founded in 1957 in response to a tragic drowning incident involving three brothers at Issac Walton Pond. This event revealed a critical gap in emergency response capabilities within the community and spurred the creation of LEU as a volunteer organization.
Since its inception, LEU has grown to become a trusted partner for local law enforcement and public safety agencies, offering specialized support services. While not currently engaged in technical search and rescue operations, LEU continues its focus on vital community needs, particularly in missing persons searches, evidence recovery, and public safety support.
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Organization Data
Longmont, CO 80502