L.A. Firemen's Relief Association

Thank you for your service, Frank W. Borden; we mourn your loss. Celebration of Life info as follows:

This week we will be celebrating our amazing volunteers! Want to get involved? Good news: YOU CAN. #NationalVolunteerWeek

Approaching the age of 65 and have questions about Medicare? We've got you covered:

We wrap up #NationalVolunteerWeek with Emily's story.

A great moment for all involved.

A feel good story for your Friday...

We are looking to expand a previous story in the Grapevine Magazine about LAFD Generations. If you have content to submit, the deadline is June 1. More info:

This week we are spotlighting some of our incredible volunteers! Make sure you are following Widows Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund for info and even more content. #NationalVolunteerWeek

Huge applause for all our dispatchers and those who work behind the scenes to keep our communities safe! We appreciate you!

Reminder - the Open Enrollment period continues through the end of April. Get your changes in!

His loss leaves a gaping hole in the Fireman's Grapevine, as well as in the hearts of everyone whose life he touched.

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day and your local firefighters can benefit greatly! Fundraising, donating and volunteering are great ways to pay kindness forward. See our website for more info: lafra.org

Need to spice up your cooking? Livias will donate a portion of their proceeds to Widows Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund for every purchase made through this link:

Relief members - do you know how to check your claim status?

Thank you for your service, Roger J. Fiala; we mourn your loss. Memorial Service info as follows:

A lot of important info in this month's message from our fearless leader:

We are all behind you, Scott!

Our friends at LiveHealth Online offer some tips for better sleep

In honor of Presidents' Day, the Relief offices will be closed on Monday, February 15. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 16.

Many of the captivating photos you see of the LAFD in action come from the talented Mike Meadows. Learn more about the photographer:

The Relief offices will be closed on Monday, January 18 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 19.

Spots for our 2021 Pechanga Reunion are booking now! Don't miss out...

Valentine's Day is Sunday! #NextDayShipping

Relief members: do you have your long-term care plans buttoned up?

Marathon logistics may be fluid for a while, but what is certain is that joining this team is an excellent way for you to promote and fundraise for Widows Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund! Join us and make an impact on your local firefighters:

Come join us for a little camaraderie on March 20 for Hook n Ladder Enduro!

For those keeping up with our Lessons in Leadership series, here is Part III:

LAFD Generations: We have acquired many photos of generations of LAFD families, and would also like to do a follow up for those who were unable to submit info by the previous deadline. More info:

Your questions about the Covid vaccine answered:

Heaven gained a Blue Angel. You’ll be missed, Tommy Lasorda. (Photo from Hope for Firefighters circa 2008.)

Dates for our 2021 scholarship program have been released:

The November message from president Jeff Cawdrey:

Beau Porter remembers his friend, Firefighter/Paramedic Jose Perez:

Members, speaking of Election Day, don't forget to vote in our Trustee Election! You should have received either an e-mail or text with a link to vote. Voting closes November 23.

The rescue that earned Joel Smith and Dave Nordquist medals of merit:

A reminder of simpler times. Whatever you’re doing to celebrate, have a safe and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Two days left in our Open Enrollment Period! Get your changes in now:

Happy #NationalFirstRespondersDay to all the brave men and women who put the safety of the community above their own. We are grateful.

Get to know the man behind many of the fire photos you see today, photographer David Blaire:

Only TWO DAYS LEFT in our Salute to Firefighters Online Auction! Proceeds benefit Widows Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund. Get your bids in now: http://ow.ly/eXlI50C3cCg

Make sure you aren't getting scammed online.

Thank you for your service, Harold E. Matson; we mourn your loss. Memorial Service info as follows:

We are sorry to announce that our Holiday Dinner Dance has been cancelled for this year. Everyone be safe.

Members: be on the lookout tomorrow (Thursday) for an e-mail or text notifying you of our Trustee Election. Voting opens Friday, October 23!