First Responders Children's Foundation

The JM Eagle Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Championship is underway, and thanks to our generous partners SERVPRO, tickets are still available and FREE for first responder families. We want to give a huge shoutout to LPGA Pros Andrea Lee, Brittany Altamore, and Nataliya Guseva for visiting LA Fire Station 83 to hand out free tickets personally to these heroes. We continue to raise and distribute funds to first responder families who suffered destruction from the recent wildfires. FRCF along with SERVPRO President John Sooker and SERVPRO LPGA Ambassador Sarah Schmelzel proudly presented a relief check to LA County Fire Department EMT Kelsey Hickok and her family, who lost everything in the fires. You can help heroes just like her by donating at https://lnkd.in/eF6QBNQt

Tax season is the perfect time to make your refund count! Your donation can make a real difference for the children of our nation's first responders PLUS you can get an early start on your 2025 deductions! Support First Responders Children’s Foundation and help us provide scholarships, financial aid, and mental health resources to those who sacrifice so much. Donate today: 1strcf.org/make-a-donation

This National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we’re celebrating the calm voices on the other end of the line—our nation’s dispatchers and 911 operators who are first to respond in every emergency. We’re especially proud to honor the Dispatcher Heroes we recognized during National First Responders Day, in partnership with our friends at SERVPRO. Thank you for being the lifeline our first responders and communities rely on. You are heard, seen, and deeply appreciated. #DispatcherHeroes #FirstResponders #NationalFirstRespondersDay #SERVPRO #FRCF #ThankYouDispatch

Today, our Scholarship Spotlight is on Timothy, an FRCF & Patrick Cantlay Scholar and student at Penn State University, where he’s studying Professional Golf Management. He comes from a proud multi-generational line of law enforcement—his father, brother, brother-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather all served as police officers. Timothy is combining his love for golf with his entrepreneurial spirit. He’s earned numerous Top 10 tournament finishes through his PGM program and even had the incredible opportunity to work at The Masters, gaining firsthand experience at one of the golf's most iconic events. His goal? To launch his own golf apparel & equipment brand and leave a lasting mark on the game. Support or apply for an FRCF Scholarship: 1strcf.org/scholarship

Tax Day is almost here! This year, make your tax resolution count with our new partner, Rush Tax Resolution. Not only do they help you tackle tax challenges, but they also support first responder families. Purchase with a purpose and choose a service that gives back—because when you work with Rush, you’re helping the children of the heroes who serve us every day.

What a team! Having a partner like SERVPRO and their incredible teams of franchises support first responder families, not only in the wake of disaster, but every day is what enables First Responders Children's Foundation to fulfill our mission. And they’re never done making an impact and bringing joy. In the wake of the LA wildfires, SERVPRO has made tickets to the JM Eagle Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Championship FREE for first responders & their families. A few days of fun and thanks from our friends, for our family. Get your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/gcdH9Zyd

🚨 Sign Up Now for Our First FREE Financial Wellness Virtual Workshops! We’ve partnered with JPMorganChase to launch a brand new Financial Wellness Program—and it kicks off with two powerful, FREE virtual workshops designed to support ALL first responder families nationwide. For Parents 📅 April 30th at 6:00 PM EDT How to Set Goals, Build a Budget, and Save For Students 📅 April 30th at 6:00 PM EDT How to Set Goals, Build a Budget, and Save These workshops are completely FREE for all first responders and their children pursuing higher education, regardless of banking relationship. Whether you're navigating your own finances or helping your child start strong, this is your chance to build lasting financial confidence with expert guidance. 🔗 Sign Up: https://lnkd.in/exkPBG-U

Today, our Scholarship Spotlight is on Brylee, an FRCF & Devon Energy Scholar and graduate student at The University of Texas School of Law. The daughter of a Cedar Park Police Department sergeant, Brylee grew up with a deep respect for service and is now pursuing a legal career to make a difference. Recently, she was honored on the court at an Oklahoma City Thunder game alongside Justin Porter from Devon, recognizing her achievements as an FRCF Scholar. 💬 “This scholarship support has not only lightened my financial burden but has also given me the freedom to pursue my passions and invest in my future. I’m deeply grateful for this support, and I look forward to continuing my educational journey with renewed enthusiasm and dedication. Thank you FRCF & Devon for making a lasting impact on my life!” 📚 Support future scholars or apply online today: 1strcf.org/scholarship

We’re proud to salute Rick for all of his leadership and passion. Thank you, Rick and the entire Devon Energy family: Kent Chrisman, Jillian Sulley, Tana Cashion, and Marla Freeman.

🚨🏆 We're Honored to be named "Organization of the Year" by Wonder Girls! 🎉 This past December, we teamed up with Wonder Girls for their month-long service project, donating 10,000 toys for their holiday giveaway. With local first responders, these incredible young women wrapped and delivered joy to children in need. 💝🚓🚒 Our President Jillian Crane accepted this award alongside Dominique Joseph & Terri Tobin, celebrating women in leadership and the power of service. 💪 Huge thanks to Natalie J. Maniscalco & Blue Print USA for supporting this meaningful partnership.