Ruth Lee’s Volunteer Heroes Fund is back for 2026, offering support to volunteer rescue teams around the world.
At Ruth Lee, we know that many volunteer rescue teams rely on fundraising, donations and the dedication of volunteers to continue their vital work. Access to the right equipment and resources can make a real difference to their ability to train, respond and save lives.
That’s why we’re bringing back the Volunteer Heroes Fund – and this year, we’re making it more flexible than ever.
Rather than offering a fixed list of prizes, volunteer rescue teams can tell us what they need and why it would make a difference. Support could include Ruth Lee rescue manikins, essential training or operational equipment, or financial funding towards a specific need or project.
There’s no complicated catch – simply tell us about your team, the work you do and what support would help you most. We’ll review every application and do our best to support as many teams as we can.
Applications are now open
The 2026 fund is open to volunteer rescue teams anywhere in the world, with applications open from 21 September until 1 December 2026.
Successful applicants will be contacted towards the end of December.
Want to find out more or apply? Visit our Volunteer Heroes Fund page for full details, information about teams we’ve supported in the past and the application form.