The mission of the First Responders Foundation is to serve and honor all our First Responders, Veterans and their families; build appreciation and respect for their work; and enhance public safety.
Featured Programs


JAVELAN Service Dogs
Funding and training for service dogs for veterans and first responders in need. Establishing lifelong support for our nation’s heroes and their service dogs.

National Society of Saint Florian and Saint Michael
Society established to recognize our nation’s heroes. Anyone can nominate a first responder for this prestigious award.
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Here in Omaha, our first responders work around the clock to keep us safe. Every day, 911 dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics, and police officers answer calls for help. Many of these are true emergencies where seconds…
When he’s not managing the daily demands of serving as COO for three thriving automotive repair shops, Mike Kraus devotes his time and energy to supporting Veterans and first responders through his leadership of the…
For 25 years, Detective Shawna McClure (Retired) dedicated her life to serving and protecting her community as a law enforcement officer. Her distinguished career began in 1996 with the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office, where she…