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How We Serve

First Responder Support

Our firefighters, police, and EMTs are indispensable to keeping our communities safe. Many perform their dangerous jobs without critical equipment and resources in departments that are underfunded.

First Responder Support
The Need

Our Bravest Are Overstretched & Undervalued

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The Emotional Toll

Constant Vigilance & Compounding Trauma

Our First Responders are exposed to life-threatening events and the aftermath of tragedy every day. This accumulated stress can lead to lasting impacts such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression.

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Their Lives On The Line

Without Critical Equipment & Training

Insufficient resources can compromise the ability of our heroes to effectively respond to emergencies. In addition to endangering their lives, entire departments can feel overstretched and undervalued for the selfless sacrifices they make every day.

  1. Many Are 100% Volunteer

    Community members dedicate their time and skills to ensure public safety and emergency response without financial compensation.

  2. Too Proud To Ask For Help

    Driven by a strong sense of duty and self-reliance, many First Responders silently bear their burdens without reaching out for support.

  3. Pressure On The Whole Family

    The intense stress doesn't stop at the end of their shift. Their families often share in the strain caused by their high-stakes work.

  4. Government Programs Are Not Enough

    The challenges and needs of our first responders are complex, requiring additional support to fill the gap.

The Cost of Freedom

30%

30% of first responders develop behavioral health conditions including depression and post-traumatic stress.

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Source: SAMSHA
Program Impact

Never Forget The Heroes Braving Danger Daily

Gary Sinise Foundation Grant Helps Boston Fire Department Mitigate Occupational Cancer
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For The Unexpected

Emergency Relief Grants

We’re providing urgent help to First Responders in need. These grants are a lifeline to navigate unforeseen challenges, support their health and ensure their operational readiness.

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Ready & Able

Providing Grants For Equipment & Training

We’re giving critical support to First Responder departments across the nation. These grants help our local heroes perform their vital work while maintaining their commitment to serving our communities.

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For Our Severely Wounded

Building & Modifying Homes for Wounded First Responders

We’re modifying homes to ease the everyday challenges of wounded heroes. For America’s most severely wounded First Responders—our multiple amputee and/or paralyzed heroes—we’re building homes fully customized to their individual needs.for our severely wounded

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Officer Michael Flamion

“Thanks for giving a little bit of my life back.”

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I still can't believe it's our house. It's absolutely beautiful. I can't believe somebody would step in and do that for us. It just blew my mind. I can't thank the Gary Sinise Foundation enough. I can't thank the donors enough.

Our Impact

16k

15,922 pieces of essential equipment have been donated to ensure your local police, firefighters, and EMTs can respond to emergencies more effectively.

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