Dedicated, generous, hard working, passionate, dependable, energetic and creative. These qualities apply to all of the men and women who devote their time and effort in support of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. Bill Bringas, the charity's 2012 Volunteer of the Year, defines each of these qualities through actions that over the years have brought in well … [Read more...] about 2012 Volunteer of the Year: Bill Bringas
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April Volunteer of the Month: Gary Montgomery
While it's true that volunteering can be hard work, at times it can also be a lot of fun. Particularly when the work is combined with something you really enjoy. For Gary Montgomery, that comes in the form of a polished wood lane, ten wooden pins and a heavy ball. Gary has been the general manager of Corbin Bowl in Tarzana since 1999, but he's been bowling for much of his … [Read more...] about April Volunteer of the Month: Gary Montgomery
March Volunteers of the Month: Gerry & Jan Layton
One aspect of volunteering that often gets overlooked is that you don't have to do it alone. In fact, volunteering is a great thing to do with someone you love. But you don't have to tell that to retired LAFD firefighter Gerry Layton and his wife Jan. They've been volunteering for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund and other worthwhile organizations together for … [Read more...] about March Volunteers of the Month: Gerry & Jan Layton
February Volunteer of the Month: Jessica Chavy
It's impossible to spend any time with Jessica Chavy and not notice her smile. It's bright, warm and infectious, and it comes out often any time you're in the same room as Jessica. Therefore, it's perhaps fitting that Jessica's smile is largely responsible for her involvement with the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about February Volunteer of the Month: Jessica Chavy
December Volunteer of the Month: Teresa Siriani
Citizens count on the men and women of the L.A. City Fire Department to help them in an emergency, but may not realize that sometimes firefighters need help too. For nearly three years, Volunteer of the Month Teresa Siriani has been lending a helping hand with fundraisers for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund. … [Read more...] about December Volunteer of the Month: Teresa Siriani