One of the popular draws at several of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund annual fundraisers is the photo booth. Children (and plenty of ladies) enjoy the opportunity to meet LAFD firefighters and have a picture taken with them to commemorate the occasion. … [Read more...] about Meet Volunteer Marilou
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Hope Comes To Town
Downtown Los Angeles played host to the 15th annual Hope for Firefighters. The fundraising event, benefiting the Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firemen's Fund, was originally created in response to a tragic on-duty helicopter accident. What started as a tribute to our fallen firefighters has become a celebration of the essential role that the LAFD plays in our community. … [Read more...] about Hope Comes To Town
Supporters Hit The Course
Golf enthusiasts laced up their cleats and hit the fairways at the scenic MountainGate Country Club for the annual LAFD Invitational, presented by Raytheon. In addition to an exciting day on the greens, the event featured an awards dinner, as well as a silent and live auction—all to help raise money for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund. … [Read more...] about Supporters Hit The Course
Little Donor, Big Heart
The Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund received a most unusual visitor recently. His name is Jack-Hyatt London Rosenberg. He had his fifth birthday on Halloween. And he decided to donate his entire life savings to the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about Little Donor, Big Heart
Balancing Heart, Help and Hope
Outside the classroom, Abbey Nadera is no stranger to the world of volunteering. She regularly donates her time to children's charities like Reading Partners and The Help Group. So it should be no surprise she jumped at the opportunity to get involved with the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about Balancing Heart, Help and Hope