Savannah Fire Downs Chatham County Fire 52-39
The charity basketball game at Bible Baptist Church collected nonperishable food donations for families in need.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Savannah Fire Department beat the Chatham County Fire Department 52-39 in a charity basketball game held at Bible Baptist Church. Admission was free for attendees who brought at least one nonperishable food item.
Why it matters
The event was held to collect food donations for families in need in the Savannah area. It was the first Courtside Clash between the two departments, and both sides have said they look forward to a rematch.
Savannah Fire's 52-39 win over Chatham County Fire was its second victory this year, following a June win over the Savannah Police Department. The source does not report the total weight or count of food donations collected.
The players
Savannah Fire Department
The municipal fire department serving the city of Savannah, Georgia, which fielded the winning team in the charity game.
Chatham County Fire Department
The county fire department serving Chatham County, Georgia, which lost the charity game to Savannah Fire.
The details
Admission was free for people who brought at least one nonperishable food item to Bible Baptist Church in Savannah on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The event served as the departments' first Courtside Clash.
Timeline
June: Savannah Fire defeated the Savannah Police Department.
Saturday, November 7, 2026: Savannah Fire faced Chatham County Fire in the charity basketball game.
Season Trajectory
The win gives Savannah Fire its second victory of the year after its June game against the Savannah Police Department. The result extends a pattern of charity contests between local public safety departments, with both sides already anticipating a rematch.
Residents who want to take part in similar food drives can bring nonperishable items to community events like this one. The game's free-admission model required only one food item per attendee.
The takeaway
Community events that tie free admission to food donations show a simple way local residents can help families in need. Attendees who bring a single nonperishable item can support neighbors while enjoying a game.
Further reading
For more on local giving efforts, explore Savannah philanthropy coverage on Wisevoter.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC 22 - WJCL Savannah.
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