FAQ's

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Who We Are

The San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity established by former firefighters and community leaders. The foundation is dedicated to fulfilling the equipment, training, and program needs of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Led by a volunteer board and an executive director, the foundation is committed to serving the San Diego community and enhancing public safety. You can support the brave men and women who protect our homes and families by joining the San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation.

What we do

The Foundation is dedicated to equipping San Diego’s firefighters with the best resources to protect our community. Through grants, donations, and corporate partnerships, we provide enhanced equipment, training, and program support to ensure our firefighters are well-prepared to keep San Diego and the surrounding region safe. The Foundation is designed to accept community donations that directly address the Department’s needs.

The people we serve

The San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation proudly supports the brave firefighters, lifeguards, and paramedics of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. By backing these dedicated professionals, we strengthen the resilience of the entire San Diego community. Join us in honoring those who risk their lives to protect ours.

What we've funded

Items the Foundation has recently funded include:

Genesis Rescue Tools: Equipping our firefighters with the rescue tools needed to work quickly, efficiently, and effectively improves outcomes for the rescued individuals and the firefighters responding.
Supplemental community education resources to support Fire Prevention Week, SDFD Recruiting, Girl’s Empowerment Camp, Women’s Fire Prep Academy, SDFD Fire Cadets, wildland fire preparedness materials, and education materials for SDFD’s school and station visit program.
SDFD Honor Guard
Cordico Wellness App
Multi-Gas Air Detectors
Thousands of dollars for fire stations enhancements

How you can help

Join our Board of Directors and help lead and grow the Foundation
Share information about the Foundation with potential donors and corporate partners
Participate in Foundation events by attending, fundraising, or volunteering

The Foundation is here to serve those who serve us all and your support is an investment in public safety. For more information about the San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation contact Wendy Robinson, Executive Director, at 619.410.4742 or wendy@sdfirerescue.org.