When a firefighter gets severely injury on the job, it can be a nightmare for the family. If tragedy strikes the Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firefighter’s Fund is there. Every year the charity holds a spectacular fundraiser, the LAFD Invitational charity golf tournament. We caught up with Mollie Vehling at the event. She’s the wife of retired LAFD Captain I, Derek Vehling, who … [Read more...] about Giving to disabled LAFD firefighters from the heart
Donations In Action
$25,000 Scholarship Awarded to Son of A Fallen LAFD Hero
He gave his time, his love and his soul to fellow firefighter families in need. Tragically, he gave his life as a hero on the LAFD. Now the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund is giving back to the family of fallen Firefighter III Henry Munoz. His son, Jacob, now awarded a $25,000 scholarship to pursue his dreams. At an emotional ceremony at the Los Angeles … [Read more...] about $25,000 Scholarship Awarded to Son of A Fallen LAFD Hero
A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer
Lori Harris, the wife of an LAFD firefighter who passed away in his thirties, shares her personal story and tells us why the difficult journey inspired her to assist other surviving spouses. Bret Harris was a proud member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. His battle with cancer also motivated Lori to get involved in efforts to educate first responders about the many … [Read more...] about A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer
2019 Memorial Scholarship Winner
Matthew McKnight Dennis Mendenhall Memorial Scholarship I recently graduated from Thousand Oaks High School and I am planning to attend Moorpark College with a major in Health Sciences. I am also planning to take fire science and technology courses. I will then transfer to a University and I will follow my father’s footsteps in becoming a Paramedic. I am currently in the … [Read more...] about 2019 Memorial Scholarship Winner
Hidden Heroes: Family Support Group
As our LAFD heroes put themselves at risk, some lesser-known heroes are always alongside them. These are the wives, husbands, sons and daughters, who sacrifice so much, yet ask for so little in return. Family members like Valerie Lawrence, who now is dedicated to helping others coping with the loss of a fallen firefighter. Read more about Your Donations in Action … [Read more...] about Hidden Heroes: Family Support Group