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.
Impact
1200+ hours of Behavioral Health Services provided to Police, Fire, Dispatchers, EMS, and Frontline Medical Workers
10,000+ appreciation lunches distributed to Police, Fire & Dispatchers since 2009
1,190 gallons of hand sanitizer distributed in partnership with Patriarch Distillers
66 Service Dogs placed with First Responders & Veterans through JAVELAN
Featured Programs
First Responders Support Team (FRST)
Support team of trained clinicians supporting the mental and emotional well-being of first responders.
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.
Our Supporters
Recent News
Las buenas conexiones y la confianza entre la policía y la comunidad son importantes para mantener y mejorar la seguridad pública. Los departamentos de policía y la comunidad trabajan juntos para resolver delitos, aumentar la…
Strong relationships between police and the community are crucial to maintaining and enhancing public safety. Police departments and the community work together to solve crimes, increase safety and strengthen the community. In order for the…
Congratulations to Deputy Tony Ramaeker! Scheels and American Heroes Outdoors have teamed up to capture and share stories of real heroes living in local communities. Officer Tony Ramaeker is a first responder at the Douglas…
