In an emergency, always call 911. VBVRS responds through the Virginia Beach 911 system, and you are never billed for our care.
Community

Show up with us.

Our events raise the funds and the friendships that keep the squad strong. Give, sponsor, or just come say hello.

VBVRS members and community partners pose with a Sentara medical helicopter at a community event Squad members, in our community
Spring and fall

Fund Drive

Our spring and fall appeal to the neighbors we serve.

Twice a year, in the spring and the fall, we ask the community to help keep a rig on the road. Every gift goes toward the equipment, supplies, and training crews rely on. A brand new, fully equipped ALS ambulance alone costs about $300,000.

Sample figures
$38,400 raisedof $60,000 goal
A VBVRS member shows a guest an ambulance equipment kit at Oyster Fest Oyster Fest, every spring
Spring tradition

Oyster Fest

A Virginia Beach spring tradition.

All you can eat fresh Sewansecott oysters from Virginia's Eastern Shore, plus fried oysters and clam chowder, pork BBQ, local craft beer, and live music. There are silent and live auctions, artisan vendors, and rescue equipment to explore. The 50th Annual Oyster Fest was held at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on March 1, 2026. The next date is announced as it is set.

VBVRS volunteers wearing pink shirts for the Protection in Pink campaign Protection in Pink, every October
Every October

Protection in Pink

Breast cancer awareness, all month long.

Every October, our crews wear pink t-shirts on duty to support breast cancer research and awareness. You can wear one too. Our custom pink shirts are available for $15 each all month long.

In the final build, this section links to the October shirt sale and campaign news.

In the final build, dates and registration open on this page as each event approaches, and the calendar stays current through Microsoft Bookings and Forms.

Come say hello.

Every event is a chance to meet the neighbors who answer when Virginia Beach calls. Come find us.

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