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SVFD Awarded Firehouse Subs Grant
October 25, 2024
Scioto Valley Fire District Increases Lifesaving Capabilities Thanks to
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
Grant is part of more than $89 million given by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
to support safety across the U.S.
La Rue, Ohio – Scioto Valley Fire District has been named a 2024 grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®, receiving $23,746 to increase lifesaving capabilities in their district. The grant will be used to purchase thermal imaging cameras for the department and will ensure our community is better prepared for emergencies.
“We are grateful to the Foundation and our local Firehouse Subs in Columbus for awarding us this grant,” said Josh Harper, Assistant Chief, Scioto Valley Fire District. “The new thermal imaging cameras will fulfill a critical need within our department and allow our first responders to have the latest in imaging technology. The cameras possess capabilities that allow firefighters to perform fire attack and search and rescues more efficiently but also help firefighters regain orientation in a zero-visibility environment. This is a huge benefit because firefighter disorientation is one of the major factors in firefighter injuries and fatalities every year.
For the past 19 years, charitable donations have been the driving force behind Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® supporting first responders and public safety organizations nationwide. To learn more about Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation or donate directly, visit FirehouseSubsFoundation.org.
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ABOUT FIREHOUSE SUBS PUBLIC SAFETY FOUNDATION
In 2005, the Firehouse Subs founders established the 501(c)(3), non-profit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The charity provides lifesaving equipment, prevention education, scholarships and continued education, and disaster relief for first responders and public safety organizations, as well as support for military veterans. Since inception, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has awarded more than $89 million to hometown heroes in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Support for Canadian first responders is provided through the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada.
The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is honored to be listed as a four-star nonprofit organization, the highest designation, by Charity Navigator. Charity Navigator is the nation’s largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities. Grant allocations are made possible thanks to the overwhelming support of Firehouse Subs restaurants and generous donors. More than 70% of the funds raised for the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation come from the generosity of Firehouse Subs guests and the restaurant brand. Please consider supporting a Firehouse Subs restaurant near you!
