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
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Momma’s Family
The first time "Big Momma" got involved with the Hope for Firefighters event, she supplied 50 pounds of potato salad. That amount has grown exponentially with each year since. Of the 2012 event, she said, "We did 600 pounds this year." Her passion for providing food to firefighters began long ago. … [Read more...] about Momma’s Family
Chubb Provides Hope & Security
People rely on Chubb Fire and Security, Inc. to feel safe. So it is no surprise Chubb is there each year to help the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund, which strives to make sure firefighter families are cared for when they need it most. To support the charity, Chubb is a proud sponsor of the annual Hope for Firefighters event, a huge lunchtime street fest held the … [Read more...] about Chubb Provides Hope & Security
Environmental Contracting Builds Hope
A long-time supporter of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund, Environmental Contracting Corporation is one of the leading general contractors for tenant improvement interiors and renovations in Southern California. Environmental's primary goal, however, has always been to "make a difference" with its projects. Through leadership, innovation and high standards, … [Read more...] about Environmental Contracting Builds Hope
Extra! Extra! L.A. Downtown News Gives Hope
For decades, the Los Angeles Downtown News has served the community as a free weekly newspaper providing invaluable coverage of the ongoing changes in the downtown area. Since 2003, the newspaper has also been a steadfast sponsor of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund's biggest fundraising event, Hope for Firefighters. Besides providing post-event coverage, the … [Read more...] about Extra! Extra! L.A. Downtown News Gives Hope