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WILDFIRE DISASTERS: WAYS TO SUPPORT
Words alone cannot express our gratitude for your support.
Our charity is dedicated to helping the families of firefighters injured and killed in the line of duty or experiencing crisis.
You may direct 100% of your contribution to our special Wildfire Fund or choose to support our charity’s overall mission.
Thank you for being a hero to our heroes.
Congratulations LAFD Graduates
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires, LAFD Captain II, Chris Stine, President of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund thanks the compassionate and caring residents and corporations for a powerful show of support for LAFD Firefighters and their families.
Several members of the LAFD family suffered great loss themselves, when their homes burned to the ground in this unprecedented firestorm. But L.A. is showing up, like never before, for the heroes who now need a helping hand.
Thank you for being a hero to our heroes.

Custom Frank Miller Merchandise
American comic book artist, writer, and screenwriter Frank Miller, known for Daredevil, Elektra, The Dark Knight Returns, Batman: Year One, Sin City, Ronin and 300, has launched a special fundraiser for our L.A. firefighter charity.


‘Amazing Race’ host Phil Keoghan reveals the most ‘physically insane thing’ he’s ever done
The New Zealand native is no stranger to traveling the world, especially while hosting 37 seasons of “The Amazing Race.” Keoghan, 57, himself has had quite the adventure around the globe — with one in particular being the craziest.

Pickleball Dinks Into Emmys Court And Raises $100,000 For The Television Academy Foundation And Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund
The newest sports craze to sweep the nation has also swept the Emmys. Television stars, sports legends, entertainment executives and Television Academy leadership including Phil Keoghan (The Amazing Race), Da’Vinchi (Black Mafia Family), Delante Desouza (Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty), Jason George (Grey’s Anatomy), Orlando Jones (Abbott Elementary), Candice King (The Vampire Diaries), Steven Krueger (Yellowjackets)…

Phil Keoghan and LAFD Captain John Marasco talk ‘The Amazing Race’ and a pickleball tournament for a cause
The Television Academy Foundation’s inaugural Emmys Pickleball Slam fundraiser, to benefit the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund and the nonprofit, is on May 18 at the Calabasas Pickleball Club.

Helpful Honda: The Power of Community
In the wake of the devastating L.A. area wildfires, many companies have rallied to provide support to 30 firefighters who suffered incredible losses, including 10 whose homes burned to the ground. Among those stepping up in a big way -the Helpful SoCal Honda Dealers. As the affected communities continue to heal and begin to move […]

East Coast Student Raises Funds For LAFD Firefighter Victims
On January 7th, David Kaplan headed home after playing golf and saw flames as he drove up Sunset Blvd in Pacific Palisades. Once home, he and his wife Janet Rifkin watched as water scooping airplanes dropped water on the flames and went back to the ocean to scoop more. This fire was close and burning […]

The Academy Awards: Honoring First Responders with Humor and Respect
A Night to Remember The Academy Awards is known for glitz, glamour, and unforgettable moments. But this year, the spotlight shone brightly on a group of everyday heroes – the first responders. Invited to the prestigious event, these brave individuals embarked on a journey of preparation that culminated in a standing ovation that lasted longer […]
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About the Charity
Founded more than a century ago, the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to helping the families of firefighters injured or killed in the line of duty or facing other crisis.
Firefighters dedicate their lives to helping others. They rush into burning buildings, dangle from helicopters, jump into raging waters, climb into trenches, and race to the frontlines of disaster, all to protect the rest of us.
But when the unthinkable happens, where do firefighters turn for help? The Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund. Helping our valiant firefighters in times of trouble is simply not possible without your kind and generous donations.
- Basic living expenses
- Health insurance
- Durable medical equipment
- Memorial scholarships for the children of deceased firefighters
- Other needed financial assistance
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