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Art From The Heart
Not every parent is supportive of their 5-year-old's artistic dreams, but Jack-Hyatt London Rosenberg is not just any 5 year old. And Michael and Devora Rosenberg aren't just any parents. This sweet-natured, creative kid has taken to the world of art like a bird to flight, and the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund couldn't be more delighted. … [Read more...] about Art From The Heart
Going Above & Beyond
Albert Lozano may be a Firefighter III on the A shift at Station 12, but he's also the man at the center of a different kind of action. Albert is the volunteer coordinator for all of the community outreach events for his platoon. So when quitting time rolls around, he stays on to help put plans in motion that'll keep his team involved with the city in a less dangerous … [Read more...] about Going Above & Beyond
Bidding for a Good Cause
Fundraising events are often about much more than simply raising money for a worthy cause. After all, why would donors attend if all they were doing was writing a check? These events can serve as a celebration, a commemoration, an opportunity to spread awareness, a chance to strengthen the connection with supporters. And the most successful events usually find a way to put the … [Read more...] about Bidding for a Good Cause
A Hero’s Widow Gives Back
Jeanne Urquiza's husband Ralph, a Firefighter III with the LAFD, loved his job. His station was in the thick of the Rodney King riots in the early-'90s, responding to emergencies of all kinds during the unrest. And when the massive Northridge quake in 1994 toppled buildings and bridges, he famously helped extract a man trapped in a collapsed parking structure. The rescue earned … [Read more...] about A Hero’s Widow Gives Back