The Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad will hold its 15th Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at its headquarters, located at 1916 Bartle Avenue in Scotch Plains. This beloved community event, hosted by the Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary, is a fun-filled morning of delicious food, camaraderie, and community support.
Each year, locals look forward to this event, and it has become a tradition for families, friends, and neighbors to come together to enjoy a hearty meal and contribute to a great cause. The Pancake Breakfast is an all-you-can-eat event featuring hot, fluffy pancakes, sausage, coffee, and juice. The cost is just $7 per person, and children 5 and under eat for free. It’s an affordable, family-friendly way to enjoy a Sunday morning while supporting a vital local organization.
Beyond the delicious breakfast, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a raffle featuring a variety of gift baskets. These baskets are generously donated by community members and local businesses, and they are filled with exciting items like gourmet treats, spa products, home goods, and more. Raffle tickets are available for purchase, giving everyone a chance to win while helping raise funds for the Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad.
This annual Pancake Breakfast is more than just a meal—it’s an opportunity to give back to the community. All proceeds from the event benefit the Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad, a nonprofit organization that provides emergency medical services to the residents of Scotch Plains and surrounding areas. As a volunteer-run organization, the Rescue Squad relies on donations and community support to continue providing life-saving services. The Auxiliary, which organizes this event, plays an essential role in fundraising and supporting the squad's mission.
To make this year’s event even more exciting, the Auxiliary is collecting donations for the gift baskets that will be raffled off. Community members are encouraged to contribute new items for themed baskets, including:
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Baking
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Wellness
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Gardening
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Sports
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Pets
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Health
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Children
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Scrapbooking
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Coffee/Tea
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Comic Books
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Arts and Crafts
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Italian Dinner
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Games
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Vacation
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Holiday Items
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Crazy Socks
Donations of baskets and ribbon for packaging are also welcomed. Please note that no shoes, clothing, or stuffed animals will be accepted. If you’re feeling creative, consider assembling your own themed basket to donate—this could be a great project for a family, scout troop, or other local group looking to give back to the community.
Donations are being collected at the Squad building on Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., through February 15, 2025. Your contributions will help make this year’s raffle bigger and better than ever.
For those with mobility challenges, the event is fully accessible, and downstairs dining will be available.
In addition to the breakfast and raffle, the Auxiliary is always looking for new members to join their efforts. If you’re interested in becoming part of this important group, you can pick up an application at the Squad building or reach out via email at SPRSAuxiliary@scotchplainsrescuesquad.com.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, the Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad’s Pancake Breakfast is an event you won’t want to miss. Come out with your family and friends for a delicious meal, a chance to win fantastic prizes, and a wonderful way to give back to the community. Your support helps ensure that the volunteer rescue squad can continue to provide critical services to those in need.