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Charity Begins at Home

There is a special connection between Emily Pizinger and her volunteer work for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund -- her dad, Michael A. Pizinger. When asked what drew her to helping the charity Emily said, "I was a recipient of the fund." Emily and her dad, a young LAFD Captain fondly nicknamed “Pinky,” enjoyed a close relationship. In 1998, he passed … [Read more...] about Charity Begins at Home

Venita’s Story

Venita's Story

Venita’s beloved husband passed away in 1984. But it was not until recently that the 103-year-old firefighters widow and her caregivers realized she was eligible for medical and financial assistance from the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund. “We are helping her with her health insurance; she’s getting [additional] dollars each month; and we tore down a … [Read more...] about Venita’s Story

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