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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.

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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

Announcing WoodmenLife as the Exclusive National Life Insurance Partner of the First Responders Foundation

WoodmenLife Mission: Uniting hardworking Americans to secure their financial future while strengthening our communities and country.

Featured Programs
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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.

Honor or Remember a First Responder

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
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Recent News

How Can I Honor Veterans This Year on Veterans Day?

Veterans Day is more than a date on the calendar. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and recognize the men and women who have served our country. Behind every uniform is a story of…

How Can We Show Our Appreciation for First Responders on National First Responders Day?

National First Responders Day, observed annually on October 28th, is an opportunity to recognize the brave individuals who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe. From firefighters and police officers to…

How to Talk with Your Kids About First Responders

For many children, a first responder isn’t just someone they see in a police car, fire engine, or ambulance—they’re Mom. Dad. A stepparent. A grandparent. An aunt or uncle. Growing up in a first responder…