Entry Period Now Open for the 2026 DripDrop Hydration Giveback Campaign

June 16, 2026

DripDrop Hydration is once again partnering with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to keep firefighters hydrated and ready to respond during wildfire season and summer heat through the DripDrop Hydration Giveback Campaign. This year, 200,000 sticks of DripDrop electrolyte drink mix will be donated to volunteer fire departments. The entry period is now open through noon ET on June 30.

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 partner with DripDrop to ensure volunteer fire departments have the resources they need to keep their responders hydrated and prevent heat-related illness and injury,” said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch. “This program is making a difference for our boots on the ground responders and the communities they serve. We thank DripDrop for their continued support of our nation’s fire service.”

“We’re proud to partner with the National Volunteer Fire Council for a seventh consecutive year in support of volunteer fire departments nationwide,” said John Shea, chief marketing officer at DripDrop Hydration. “Earning the confidence of firefighters across the country to rely on DripDrop when they need it the most is truly meaningful to us, and we’re honored to help fuel the critical work they do to keep their communities protected.”

Selected departments will receive either one or two cases of DripDrop electrolyte powder, depending on department size. A minimum of 1,000 departments will receive a product donation. To be eligible to enter, 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 login must 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 did not receive a donation in 2025 and respond to wildfires.

The application period closes at noon ET on June 30. Enter at https://dripdrop.com/pages/nvfc-2026.

About DripDrop Hydration, PBC
DripDrop is an oral rehydration solution (ORS) developed 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. It is trusted by doctors, firefighters, professional athletes, and the U.S. Military. DripDrop provides fast 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 and emergency medical services. The NVFC unites and supports volunteer and combination fire and EMS organizations through education, advocacy, leadership development, and collaboration. Guided by professionalism and innovation, we provide the tools and resources needed to protect communities, advance responder health and safety, and prepare leaders for the future. Learn more and join at www.nvfc.org.