When firefighters and their families hit the waves during the Ray Mayo Longboard Classic, they "hang 10" for charity. Organizer and LAFD Firefighter III Ray Mayo sees the event as a fun low-key way to raise money for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about Waves Of Kindness
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Grills That Thrill
You may be a cookout king, but you've never seen grills like these. RedNek BBQs specializes in themed outdoor grills. From the wild to the cool, the equipment is as fun to view as it is to use. Recently, the company donated a custom grill to be raffled at the first El Coyote Café Firefighter Salsa Competition, which benefited the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about Grills That Thrill
Volunteer of the Month: Keenan Porche
Five years ago, Keenan Porche teamed up with Gary Montgomery to turn one of their favorite pastimes into a charity celebration. Keenan, a veteran firefighter of the LAFD, hoped to take his love of bowling and use it raise money for his dearest charity, the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. From their partnership, the LAFD Firefighters Bowling Benefit was born. … [Read more...] about Volunteer of the Month: Keenan Porche
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