California State University student Marianne Tran-Nguyen’s schedule keeps her pretty busy. In addition to her classes, she works at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles. With the little time she has left she volunteers at various charities, including the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund. … [Read more...] about April Volunteer of the Month: Marianne Tran-Nguyen
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March Volunteer of the Month: Jose Rodriguez
There’s a smile in Jose Rodriguez’ voice when he talks about volunteering with his A-Shift team at Fire Station 12. “The whole platoon showed up for Hope for Firefighters,” Jose shares. “We’ve been volunteering whenever we can. Whenever they need extra bodies.” His enthusiasm is as infectious as his spirit is adventurous. … [Read more...] about March Volunteer of the Month: Jose Rodriguez
January Volunteer of the Month: Danielle Porche
As an account manager for major textile corporation CRDN, Danielle Porche spends her days assisting customers, some of whom seek the company’s service after their home or business has been damaged. She finds the work of helping others incredibly fulfilling, which explains why she also spends her time off volunteering for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund. … [Read more...] about January Volunteer of the Month: Danielle Porche
The Quiet Volunteer Behind the Scenes
Steve Romas fights fires, saves lives and, once a year, trains civilians how to knock over a traffic cone with a fire hose for the always fun Hope for Firefighters "Muster Games" competition benefitting the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. During this annual event, which fills L.A.'s Hope Street the first Thursday each June, Steve helps with the Muster Games, a … [Read more...] about The Quiet Volunteer Behind the Scenes
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