Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps Celebrates 50 Years of Lifesaving Service

The Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps (WVAC) marked its 50th Anniversary on June 17 with a community celebration at Rolling Hills Country Club, where nearly 100 current and former volunteers, community leaders and supporters honored five decades of lifesaving service to the Town of Wilton.

Founded in 1976 with just two volunteers and a single ambulance, WVAC has grown into a highly trained volunteer emergency medical service organization that now responds to more than 1,800 calls annually. For 50 years, the Corps has remained committed to providing professional, compassionate care to residents in their times of greatest need.

Today, approximately 60 volunteers serve with WVAC, responding around the clock to emergencies throughout the community. While the anniversary celebration provided an opportunity to reflect on the organization’s history and accomplishments, it also marked the beginning of a yearlong effort to recognize the volunteers, supporters and community partners who have contributed to WVAC’s success over the past half-century.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we are reminded that WVAC’s story has always been about the people of Wilton, our volunteers, our supporters, and those we serve,” WVAC President Kevin Kelly said. “We are grateful for the trust the community places in us and look forward to continuing that service for many years to come.”

The milestone was marked by several official recognitions from local and state leaders, underscoring WVAC’s longstanding impact on public health and safety in the community.

Gov. Ned Lamont issued an Official Statement honoring the Corps’ 50th Anniversary, acknowledging its commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate emergency medical care and the countless volunteer hours dedicated to protecting the health, safety and well-being of Wilton residents.

WVAC also received an Official Citation from the Connecticut General Assembly, introduced by State Rep. Savet Constantine and State Sen. Ceci Maher, recognizing the organization’s 50 years of service and its contributions to emergency medical care, public health and community preparedness.

In addition, the Town of Wilton presented a Proclamation issued by First Selectman Toni Boucher and introduced by Second Selectman Ross Tartell, recognizing WVAC’s five decades of service. The proclamation highlighted the Corps’ role in delivering quality pre-hospital care, responding to thousands of emergency calls and supporting community health and safety through emergency response, education and preparedness initiatives.

“Receiving recognition from the Governor, the Connecticut General Assembly and the Town of Wilton is an incredible honor,” WVAC Board Member Mike Safko said. “These acknowledgments reflect the dedication of generations of volunteers who have answered the call to serve their neighbors. We are proud of what has been accomplished over the past 50 years, and we remain focused on continuing our mission for the next generation.”