Our vision is to be the best charity for firefighters and their families.

We believe it feels good to do good, and that every ounce of help matters.

That's why we host individual Mayday Campaigns, ensuring that EVERY. SINGLE. PENNY. you donate directly benefits the recipients. In fact, we go the extra mile by adding an additional 3.43% to maximize the impact of your contributions.

Meet the incredible individuals we're currently assisting.

Each story is a testament to the strength and resilience of our firefighting community.

Click the links below to discover the lives you can touch and the difference you can make.

Your contribution, no matter the amount, will be a beacon of hope, lighting the way forward for those who have dedicated their lives to serving others. With your help, we can continue being the lifeline that our firefighter community relies on.

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Urgent Support Needed for Firefighter Solomon Rynard

Solomon is a fighter. But this is one battle he shouldn't have to fight without his crew. This campaign is our chance to step up and provide the support he and Kinsey desperately need.

Your donation will go directly to covering overwhelming medical bills, offsetting lost income while he is unable to work, and ensuring he has access to the best possible care and rehabilitation. It gives them the breathing room they need to focus on what truly matters: his healing.

Let's show Solomon the same unwavering support he has always shown his community. Let's rally together and help this hero heal.

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In Loving Memory of Cheri Holmes: Giving Back to Those Who Support Our Own.

On October 20th, our sister Cheri Holmes answered her final alarm. The love and support she felt from her CFD family and The Yard Foundation never left her.

Cheri and her family wished to pay that kindness forward. In her memory, we are launching this campaign to give back to The Yard Foundation. Our goal is to replenish the fund so they can immediately help the next brother or sister firefighter who faces a crisis.

Your Donation Carries on Her Legacy

Your contribution isn't just a donation; it’s a statement. It says that we look after our own. It ensures that the spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood that supported Cheri continues to thrive.

Every dollar you give helps The Yard Foundation provide critical financial assistance for medical bills, family emergencies, and other unforeseen hardships. You are honoring Cheri’s memory by ensuring the next firefighter facing a crisis receives the same unwavering support she did.

Join us in celebrating a life of service by giving back.

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He dedicated his life to serving others. Now, it's our turn to support his family.

In the fire service, we have a sacred promise: we always have each other's back. When a brother falls, we lift up their family. Today, we ask you to join us in fulfilling that promise for Lt. Minor.

Your donation will provide direct and immediate support to the Minor family. It will help cover funeral expenses, manage daily bills, and provide a measure of stability for his children as they face a future without their dad. It will give them the breathing room they need to grieve without the added weight of financial worry.

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Rally for a Brother: Help Chris Sadowski on His Toughest Call Yet

Chris has dedicated his career to serving others. He is a passionate and committed firefighter, known for his compassion and strength in the face of crisis. He is the person you hope arrives when you call for help.

Now, Chris is the one who needs help. He faces a long and difficult recovery. The physical and emotional toll is immense, and the financial weight of critical medical care is staggering.

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Answer the Call for Battalion Chief Bo Sprunger

Recently, Bo was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. After initial care at Emory University, he is now preparing for the next critical step: intensive treatment at the renowned Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida.

This battle comes with immense challenges, not just for Bo, but for his entire family. As a devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather, his focus should be on fighting and healing, surrounded by his loved ones. It shouldn't be on the overwhelming financial burden that comes with travel, specialized treatments, and time away from work.

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