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.
Click the links below to discover the lives you can touch and the difference you can make. Each story is a testament to the strength and resilience of our firefighting community.
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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Answering the Call for a Fallen Brother: Support Lt. Billy VanPeursem's Family
We tragically lost Lieutenant William "Billy" VanPeursem on April 23rd. Billy was a dedicated firefighter with the Bangor Fire Department for 35 years, serving as Lieutenant on Engine 5 and as an active member of IAFF Local 772.
Donate Now to Support the VanPeursem Family
A Hero Falls: Support the Family of KCFD's Graham Hoffman
The fire service mourns the loss of Kansas City Firefighter-Paramedic Graham Hoffman, 29, who died tragically in the line of duty on Sunday. While providing care during a medical call, Graham was fatally attacked. His commitment to serving the citizens of Kansas City since 2022 was cut short by this senseless act.
Donate Now to Support the Hoffman Family
Support the Family of Heroic Chicago Firefighter Captain David Meyer
The alarm sounded, and Captain Dave Meyer answered the call, as he had for 28 years with the Chicago Fire Department. Wednesday morning, battling a fierce garage fire on the West Side, tragedy struck. Captain Meyer made the ultimate sacrifice, leaving behind a grieving city and a loving family – his wife, parents, three daughters, and a son.
Show Captain Meyer's family they are not alone. Donate today and honor the legacy of a true Chicago hero.
Support Retired Phoenixville Firefighter Anthony Franz in His Battle Against Cancer
For years, retired Phoenixville Firefighter Anthony Franz bravely answered the call, protecting our community. Now, he's facing his own emergency, battling stage 4 colon cancer. Let's show Anthony the same support he's always given us. Donate now to help him with his medical expenses.
Ignite Hope for Donnie: Support His Cancer Journey
Donnie is currently undergoing aggressive treatment at Duke Cancer Center and is proactively seeking further options with upcoming consultations at Memorial Sloan Kettering and MD Anderson. This journey requires significant resources, and as his fire service family, we want to surround him with unwavering support.
Your generous donation will provide crucial assistance for Donnie's treatments, travel for second opinions, and alleviate the financial burden on him and his family.
A Hero Remembered: Support the Saunders Family.
By donating through The Yard Foundation, you are not only honoring John's memory but also providing tangible assistance to his family when they need it most. Join us in showing our gratitude for John's service and our unwavering support for his family. Your kindness will provide a beacon of hope during this dark time.
Standing with the Porter Family: Supporting a Fallen Hero
We are heartbroken to share the news of the sudden passing of Fire Commissioner and EMS Captain Mark Porter of the Murray Joint Fire District. Mark’s life was defined by service – as Past Chief of the Holley Fire Department and a retired Captain of Monroe Ambulance, he was always there for our community.
Firefighters Helping Firefighters: Supporting the Witt Family
For Andrew Witt, giving back is second nature. You know the type – the guy who'd literally give you the shirt off his back.
Please consider making a donation to help the Witt family during this incredibly challenging time. Your generosity will provide crucial support as they navigate these hardships and allow Andrew to focus on his recovery, knowing his family is being cared for by their community.
Donate Now to Support the Witt Family
Chicago Firefighter Pat & Family Need Your Support: Maggie's Battle Against Breast Cancer
Pat serves the City of Chicago as a firefighter with Engine 107, and Maggie dedicates her life to educating and guiding young women as a Dean of Students at Trinity High School. Now, they need our help. Maggie's recent breast cancer diagnosis has added an unexpected and heavy burden to their lives. As parents of four young children, they are facing significant medical expenses. Let's come together to show them they are not alone. Your kindness and generosity will provide them with the support they need to navigate this difficult journey.
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Honoring Lt. Ray Vargas: Supporting His Family in Their Time of Need
In the second week of March 2025, Baltimore County Firefighter Lt. Ray Vargas received a devastating diagnosis of Leukemia AML. His battle was swift and fierce, leading to his passing on March 27, 2025. Lt. Vargas fought bravely, but the aggressive nature of the cancer, compounded by complications, ultimately took him from us. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Caroline, and his 15-year-old son, Gavin.
The IAFF Local 1311 community, alongside friends and family, are rallying to support Caroline and Gavin during this incredibly difficult time. We're raising funds to help alleviate the financial burden they now face. Your generous contributions will provide crucial support for their immediate needs and future stability. Please join us in honoring Lt. Vargas's memory by supporting his family.
A Firefighter's Family Needs Your Support: Help Stephanie Fight Breast Cancer.
Stephanie Turner, wife of Springfield Township Firefighter Dylan Turner, is battling Metaplastic Breast Cancer while 19 weeks pregnant. As a respiratory therapist, she is currently unable to work, and Dylan is balancing his firefighting duties with caring for their 2-year-old son.
Help ease their financial burden during this challenging time. Your donation will directly support their medical and living expenses. Please donate and share this campaign to show your support.
Chief Matt Bramel: Fighting a New Battle, We Need Your Support
Matt Bramel has dedicated over 35 years of his life to serving our community. As a respected Chief of our local fire department and a Supervisor-Paramedic with the County Ambulance service since 1993, Matt has always been the first to respond in times of need. Now, he faces his own critical battle.
Donate Now to Support Chief Bramel
In Memory of Sethe Menta: Killawog Fire Company Remembers
On March 6th, 2025, the Killawog Fire Company and our community suffered a profound loss with the passing of Sethe Menta in a tragic car accident. Sethe's impact reached far beyond the firehouse, touching the lives of his sister, brothers, parents, grandparents, and countless friends and family members. As we grieve together, we also want to provide tangible support to his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Livonia's Hero Needs Our Help: Support Captain Matt Bernelis's Recovery
Matt's strength and resilience are an inspiration to us all. He faced a year-long battle with Neuroendocrine Cancer and returned to full duty, demonstrating his unwavering commitment. Now, he faces another challenge, and we need to stand by him.
Your generous donation will directly support Matt, his wife, and his triplets during this difficult time, ensuring they can cover essential expenses while he focuses on healing. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. Let's show Captain Matt Bernelis that he's not alone in this fight.
Generall Fernbach's Fight: Support a Firefighter's Second Battle Against Cancer
We're calling on our community, especially our firefighter family, to rally around Generall Fernbach. Your generous donations will help alleviate the financial strain of medical bills and allow him to focus on his fight. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. Let's show Generall Fernbach that he's not alone in this battle
Support Danville (VA) Firefighter Kaleb’s family
Kaleb was a true fireman’s firefighter, embodying dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment. His impact, though far too brief, was profound and lasting. Beyond his service, he was a cherished brother, a loyal friend, and a loving family man. His laughter and spirit will be deeply missed.
We are now reaching out to our community for support to help Kaleb’s beloved family—his wife Natalie, his son Noah, and his parents Kevin and Tonya—through this incredibly difficult time.
Laramie's Hero: Help Dylan Schilt Overcome His Injuries
Dylan is a dedicated member of the Laramie firefighting community, a true hero who has always put the safety of others first. Now, he needs our support. The road to recovery will be long and costly, with medical expenses, rehabilitation, and necessary adjustments to his life.
Your generous donations will directly support Dylan and his family during this difficult time. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in his journey to recovery. Let's rally around Dylan and show him the strength of our community.
Jacob Wilburn: A Firefighter's Courageous Battle Needs Your Help
We are asking for your support to help Jacob and his family during this difficult time. Your generous donations will help alleviate the financial burden of medical expenses and allow Jacob to focus on his recovery. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference.
Please join us in supporting Jacob Wilburn as he faces this challenge with the same courage and dedication he displays every day on the front lines.
Colin's Mayday: Fighting Fire with Fire, Against Cancer.
Subject: Colin's Mayday: Fighting Fire with Fire, Against Cancer.
Dear Friends and Supporters,
Imagine a life dedicated to service, running towards danger when others flee. That's Colin Sperry. A 33-year-old firefighter, a husband, a brother in the brotherhood, and a pillar of our community. But life, as we know, can shift in an instant.
Colin, a man who spends his days battling flames, found himself facing an unexpected inferno within. What began as a nagging feeling, dismissed as a stubborn cold, turned into a terrifying reality. "I felt like absolute dogshit," Colin shared, recalling the start of this year. His wife, sensing something more, urged him to the ER. And thank God she did.
The diagnosis was swift and brutal: Diffuse Large B-Cell NH Lymphoma. A large mediastinal mass, not fluid, was revealed in his chest X-ray. Cancer. At 33.
Fort Lee Fire Chief Mike DeGidio Loses Home in Devastating Fire
We are launching this urgent fundraiser to provide Mike with immediate housing and cover his living expenses. Every dollar counts. Please, donate what you can to help Mike DeGidio rebuild his life. Let's show him that his community stands with him, just as he has always stood with us. Your generosity will provide him with the lifeline he desperately needs.