The Firefighter’s Fund

My father was an immigrant from Chile who became a firefighter in NYC. Sadly, my life was turned upside down when he was injured in the line of duty. This left my family to confront emotional and financial hardships. During this tough period when I was a teenager, I thought that my dream of attending college was shattered. As the oldest daughter, I felt a strong need to contribute to our family's well-being. The financial burden of higher education, on the other hand, seemed out of reach.

Thankfully, the firefighter's fund provided me with a powerful lifeline. The mission of the fund was to give financial resources to firemen and their families who were experiencing difficulties. The organization responded to our application with sensitivity and compassion.

I ended up receiving a scholarship from the fund. It not only reduced the financial load of college tuition but also gave me a feeling of hope. The scholarship allowed me to concentrate on my studies while knowing that our family's financial situation was secure.

As I began my college career, I took the principles instilled in me by my father and the assistance of the fund with me. I was determined to repay their belief in me by pursuing my education to the best of my ability.

Jenny M.