First Responders Children's Foundation

JUST ANNOUNCED! First Responders Children’s Foundation is proud to partner with?JPMorganChase?to bring FREE financial wellness resources to ALL first responder families and their children pursuing higher education—nationwide. ????????♂????? ?? What’s Included: ? Virtual Financial Wellness Workshops – Tailored sessions for first responder parents & students covering budgeting, credit maintenance, disaster recovery, and more. ? One-on-One Financial Counseling – Personalized support at nearly 5,000 Chase branches to help families plan for their financial future. This program is 100% free and open to ALL first responder families—no banking relationship required. ?? ?? Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/exkPBG-U #FinancialWellness?#FirstResponderFamilies?#FRCF?#JPMorganChase

We're excited to celebrate Women’s History Month by announcing the appointment of New York City Police Department Chief Terri Tobin as FRCF’s new Chief National Public Safety Liaison! With 41 years of service in the nation’s largest police force, Chief Tobin has dedicated her career to protecting and uplifting communities. Now, she’s bringing her unparalleled expertise and passion to FRCF—helping us expand support for first responder families through mental health services, scholarships, and financial assistance programs. A true trailblazer, Chief Tobin will be a powerful voice for first responder families, helping them heal, grow, and thrive.

Starting tomorrow, First Responders Children’s Foundation is expanding our Mental Health Resiliency Program nationwide with a free virtual Teen Resiliency Training, in partnership with our incredible, culturally-competent mental health experts at F1RST. Our first responders sacrifice so much to protect us, but their children often carry emotional burdens no one sees. This program empowers teens to understand how trauma affects the brain, recognize personal triggers, and build real, lasting coping strategies. These kids show strength every day — now it’s our turn to give them the tools they need to thrive. If you, or someone you know, is interested in supporting this program, contact Randy Acosta. View session times & enroll today: f1rst.org/upcoming-events

If you’re near the gorgeous Sunnehanna Country Club join with 22 SERVPRO teams for a great day of golf supporting First Responders Children’s Foundation. In 2024 they came together to raise over $22,000. Help them break that record at the 2nd Annual North East Regional Golf Outing. Learn More, Golf & Give https://lnkd.in/eSHvamUZ

Meet Kelsey, whose firefighter mom inspires her every day to help others. ?? With the support of an FRCF scholarship, she’s pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse—turning her passion for helping people into a career. Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear from more of our scholars as they share how their first responder parents shaped their values and how an FRCF scholarship is helping them reach their goals. ?? If you’re the child of a first responder, don’t wait—apply today! Applications close May 31: 1stRCF.org/Scholarship.

What an incredible day celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the New York City Fire Department! We were honored to march alongside FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker and the brave men and women who serve our city every day. A huge thank you to the FDNY for welcoming us—it was a privilege to march beside you in this time-honored tradition.

Check out how our generous partners at SERVPRO made our LA First Responder Family Appreciation Day a big success. Beyond donations, which provide financial assistance to families who suffered loss and damage, the entire SERVPRO family came together to volunteer and create an unforgettable day for families affected by the SoCal wildfires. We’re so grateful for the support of mission-aligned partners like SERVPRO. We cannot deliver impact without them. Thank you to all of the SERVPRO Franchise teams that joined us: SERVPRO Team Reed/Corral/Barber, Team Jeffries, Team Lingurar, Team Sussman/Katz, Team Brogdon, Team Barlow/Bridges, Team Ramos, Team Mowrey, & SERVPRO Global DRT.

Our team was honored to join CSX at The Players Championship, where we experienced firsthand their #PrideinService commitment. This event brought together incredible nonprofit partners, creating opportunities to connect, learn, and explore future collaborations that will support our nation’s first responders and their families. A huge thank you to CSX and their amazing team, including Bryan Tucker, LaSandra Boykin, Angela C., and Santreese Simmons, for hosting such a meaningful gathering. We had a fantastic time connecting with fellow nonprofit partners like Hiring Our Heroes, Operation Gratitude, Operation Homefront, United Way of Northeast Florida, City Year, Blue Star Families, and Wounded Warrior Project. The power of partnership is undeniable, and we’re excited about what’s ahead!

At First Responders Children’s Foundation, our scholarships are more than just financial aid—they're a gateway to a community of support, mentorship, and professional growth. Through our Scholar’s Council Speaker Series, we connect our scholars with inspiring professionals who understand the first responder experience firsthand. We were honored to feature two incredible speakers: ???? Amy O'sullivan, BSN – An ER nurse at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, Amy treated the hospital’s first COVID-19 patient and was featured on the cover of TIME Magazine. ?? Sara Speed, LMHC – A therapist at Bayview Therapy - a Fort Lauderdale Counseling & Psychology Group Practice specializing in first responder mental health, Sara is a Certified First Responder Counselor and EMDR Therapist, helping first responder families navigate trauma and resilience. Through events like this, FRCF scholars gain real-world insights, mentorship, and connections that empower them on their journey—whether they pursue careers in healthcare, mental health, public service, or beyond.

Thanks to Jasmine Viel and KCAL News for capturing the special moment when CEO Jillian Crane and our LA partners at SERVPRO Global DRT delivered a $10,000 check to Los Angeles County Fire Department Captain Aleksander Edwards. Capt. Edwards, his wife, and his young daughter lost their home in the recent Palisades wildfires and hope this grant will help his family begin the long rebuilding process. Were so grateful to SERVPRO and the generosity of the entire family of teams for their support of first responder families.