First Responders Children’s Foundation
First Responders Children’s Foundation provides financial support to children who have lost a parent in the line of duty as well as families enduring significant financial hardship due to tragic circumstances. First Responders Children’s Foundation also supports, promotes, and facilitates educational activities and programs created and operated by first responder organizations whose purpose is to benefit children or the community at large
Founded in the aftermath of 9/11, the First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF) is a national nonprofit that provides lifelong support to the children and families of those who risk their lives every day to protect others.
What FRCF Provides
Education
College scholarships for children of fallen or injured first responders
Career and internship guidance through the Scholars Council
Emergency Financial Aid
Immediate grants to help with rent, utilities, medical bills, and family emergencies
Mental Health Support
Counseling and therapy programs for families impacted by trauma and loss
Community Programs
Toy drives, camps, and enrichment activities for children of first responders
Impact At A Glance
Over $1 million in scholarships awarded annually
More than 500 families supported through emergency hardship grants each year
Active nationwide, reaching hundreds of thousands of children since 2002