Detroit Firefighter Patrick Trout (Squad 4) died suddenly at home on January 5th after completing an overnight shift. He was a 12-year veteran, a beloved husband, and a devoted father.

The team at Squad 4 will miss his humor and his legendary morning hugs. We are devastated by this loss.

Sirens were wailing in the distance, but time was running out. Yahya Mbareck saw the danger and refused to stand by. Without hesitation, he scaled the exterior of the building, reaching the third floor and pulling the victim to safety just moments before fire crews arrived on the scene.

It takes a special kind of person to run toward danger. Yahya saved a life that night. Let's come together to support him and say thank you for his selfless courage.

On Christmas Day—a day meant for joy and family—Angel and his loved ones faced the agonizing decision to remove her from life support.

In the span of 24 hours, the Gonzaga family went from holiday preparations to mourning a profound loss. With this sudden tragedy comes the unexpected and overwhelming burden of medical bills and funeral expenses.

Hope Zaller is a fighter. Born with life-threatening hydrops, she has spent her entire life in the NICU. For her parents, Matt and Samantha, the journey is long, but their focus is clear: helping Hope survive. We are raising funds to cover unexpected medical expenses so Matt and Sam can focus entirely on their daughter.

Matt serves Chicago on Squad 1. Let’s serve him. Donate today to help Hope heal.

Amber is now facing a grueling regimen of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The stakes are incredibly high. If this treatment fails, further surgery could result in the total loss of her ability to speak or swallow, requiring a permanent feeding tube and lifelong care.

Chad has stepped down as Union President to focus entirely on Amber and their kids. The emotional strain is immense, and the financial burden of travel, lodging, and medical care is mounting.