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Support the Children of NYPD Detective Kevin Winters

At the permission of his wife Jenn, we are organizing this campaign to provide assistance to NYPD Detective Kevin Winter’s two young children during this tragic time.  Kevin was a hero then, now and will always be remembered for how he lived.  He was...

In Loving Memory of Michael Izzo

We are raising funds in honor of Michael Izzo, a devoted Police Officer assigned to NYPD's 111th Precinct as a member of the Quality of Life Team. Michael tragically passed away following a car accident while off duty on Sunday, February 8th, and suc...

Support for Ofc Tim Kolzow and his Children

For more than 14 years, Officer Tim Kolzow has proudly served the community as a member of the Wheaton Police Department, working both in Patrol and Investigations. Throughout his career, Tim has been known for his compassion, empathy, and genuine ca...

10-13 for NYPD Det. Jonathan Bermudez

It is with heavy hearts to announce that NYPD Detective Jonathan Bermudez (“JB”) was tragically killed in an off-duty accident in the early morning hours of 06/03/2022.  A 15-year veteran of the NYPD and an Army Veteran, Detective Bermudez leaves beh...

10-13: Support needed for The Stark Family after house fire

We are coming together to support our fellow officer and his family after a devastating house fire that has left them with unimaginable loss. They are now facing the overwhelming burden of rebuilding their lives, their home has been destroyed, leavi...

Honoring the Life and Service of Firefighter Robert 'Bobby' Van Ruiten

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Firefighter Robert 'Bobby' Van Ruiten of the Stockton Fire Department. Bobby, who dedicated his life to serving the Stockton community, passed away while off-duty on January 3rd, 2025. Havin...

Help Support the Faranda Family in Their Time of Loss

On Sunday morning, December 29, 2024, we tragically lost Paramedic James Faranda at the young age of 48 due to unforeseen medical circumstances. A dedicated EMS Supervisor for North Patchogue Fire Department and Mattituck Fire District, James was a l...

The family of Officer Shane McHugh

Shane McHugh had an infectiously big smile and the worlds biggest heart. He and his fiancée, Catina, shared a very deep bond. They were truly soul mates. They spent the first few years of their relationship long distance while Shane served our countr...

Jimmy Finnegan Fund
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Law Enforcement

Please Consider helping Our good friend Jimmy’s family in dealing with the sudden loss of our beloved friend Jimmy. As most of you know Jimmys pension dies with him and any donation you make will help with the sudden burden placed on Shanna , Maddie...

Help A Hero
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First Responders

A Life of Service Faces Its Toughest Battle For years, Micah Wennekamp has served the Santa Clara Unit as a CAL FIRE Engineer Paramedic, dedicating his life to saving others. Today, Micah and his family are the ones who urgently need a lifeline. The...

George Brauns Battle With Lupus

P.O. Braun was diagnosed with lupus over 3 years ago. He is a police officer at the 109 precinct. He is a man with a great heart of service, that get things done easily and sacrifice a lot for others. Braun is a rare breed of individual that has an u...

ANGEL WINGS ON WHEELS
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Law Enforcement

This fundraiser is in memory of a Suffolk County Police Officer's son, a sweet 5 year old boy named Nicolas Lorusso who sadly gained his angel wings in February 2021 after battling pediatric cancer for over four years.  Being diagnosed with an incura...

Help Our Hero Officer Joseph Wetzel Fight Stage 4 Cancer!

Help Our Hero Officer Fight Stage 4 Cancer! New York City Police Officer Joseph Wetzel, of Hauppauge, NY, is a true hero in every sense of the word. A dedicated first responder who has always put others before himself. On February 4th, while battling...

Unexpected  passing of Brett Ramos, Husband of Police Officer Christie

On Thursday January 8th, 2026 Brett Ramos, husband of Police Officer Christie, unexpectedly passed away due to unforeseen medical circumstances at the young age of 40.  Brett was an amazing father of two young girls, 9 and 16 years old. He served his...

Help SGT Brian Fredrickson and his family with catastrophic flood damage to his house

During the late night and early morning hours of July 9, 2023, in the Highland Falls area of New York, catastrophic flooding caused substantial damage to SGT Brian Fredrickson’s house while Brian, his wife Haleigh and their 5 children were home.  Riv...