When it comes to fundraising, there really are no age restrictions – and we’ve seen some fantastic events and challenges this month, even from some of our youngest supporters.
In a lovely home fundraiser, young Dexter has made his own bracelets to sell in aid of us and Cornwall Air Ambulance with his mum Anna’s help.
He’s not the only youngster to support us this month, as Light Oaks Infant School in Salford invited students to create their own pieces of art based on the Great Fire of London, with parents then able to purchase the art in exchange for a small donation.
Meanwhile, a group of firefighters from Stocksbridge Fire Station in South Yorkshire challenged themselves to do an ice water dip before each drill – all while remaining sober for 60 days
A big well done to the Firefighters at Stocksbridge station who are halfway through their two month Dip and Sober Challenge. 🥶
They will be continuing to dip everyday throughout February.
All monies raised will go to @firefighters999.https://t.co/58qFRtMI3a pic.twitter.com/Ig9lTjdcJ9
— South Yorkshire Fire (@SYFR) February 2, 2024
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I’m taking on a few challenges this year in memory of Margaret Barnes Smith of the @firefighters999 who sadly passed away last year. Margaret helped me and so many others & was one of my biggest supporters, always spurring me on. She is very sadly missed.https://t.co/N7TnJeccv1
— Karla Stevenson (@Karla5188) February 24, 2024
“I donated in memory of firefighters lost during operations”
Donor
And here we have it… Our winning #AshesToArt designs!
The artists are now bringing their designs to life, ready for our exhibition and auction in April. All proceeds will go to @firefighters999.
If there's a design you like the look of, watch this space as it could be yours! pic.twitter.com/9WMC8WZK9n
— West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (@WestSussexFire) February 19, 2024
A fantastic event coming up to support @firefighters999 & @TASCharity
The match has been proudly and generously sponsored by @MarksElectrical
Match tickets, programmes and raffle tickets are available to purchase here: https://t.co/WjpNce98KJ pic.twitter.com/IjG0gY2osn— Charlotte Smith (Fire Fighters Charity) (@ffc_smith) February 7, 2024
The Fire Fighters Charity at the South Pole!!!
We continue to raise vital funds for the @firefighters999 use the QR code or https://t.co/Uj33ypge6wPlease be aware that the donate button on our website may not be working while we continue to update it 🧡#expedition #donate pic.twitter.com/mMIwrLtBYV
— Antarctic Fire Angels (@antarctic_fire) February 1, 2024
Who remembers this charity collection box as a child ?
👩🚒 🔥 👩🚒
It’s back at the shop.
Our collection on the counter this month is for …#Firefighters Services @firefighters999
& their families benevolent fund#firefighters #charity #Yesteryear #Nostalgic #Woosnam #Llanidloes pic.twitter.com/cih2Qyupse— Woosnam & Davies News (@trudydavies1964) February 4, 2024
“Our local station is fab! Very welcoming. Wonderful job!”
Donor
A great achievement from our @LFRVSS . Not only raising money for @firefighters999, but supporting events throughout the year that wouldn’t be able to happen without their dedication. Thank you. https://t.co/eBfpxhZLxU
— mark baxter (@CFO_LincsFire) February 21, 2024
A massive thank you to everyone who bought a Fire Appliances of Britain 2024 calendar!
A brilliant £181.47 has been raised for and donated to The Fire Fighters Charity @firefighters999! pic.twitter.com/hZwGRCU55f— FirePhotographer05 (@FPhotographer05) February 5, 2024
82 Days to go, over 60 Miles run so far and £295 of £1000 target
Thank you for the donations so far@Earby_Fire @firefighters999 #charity #running #fire #LFRS
https://t.co/uCcqPpHGi5 pic.twitter.com/Kaxuek74zF— Leanne Walker (@walkerleanne85) February 8, 2024
“Just not forgetting the charity and its effect on firefighters”
Donor
This year, I’ve registered to fundraise for @firefighters999 https://t.co/Nv3kcyA3p8
— Lynne Elliott (@elliott_lynne) February 15, 2024
Firefighter Jack Drogan and Crew Manager Tom Ladds from @BollingtonFS are taking on the Gritstone Trail in full fire kit on Friday 29 March to raise money for the @firefighters999.
To find out more and to donate 👉 https://t.co/Nut9yizF0n pic.twitter.com/51cUvwkbg9
— Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (@CheshireFire) February 17, 2024
🚒 As part of my 16 week course for GMFRS, I will be taking part in this charity event. What we have to do as a group of 37 recruits is going to be super tough and challenging. We would appreciate any amount that could be donated.https://t.co/yY39UYObXe pic.twitter.com/Uwuh5TywaR
— Kelly Ronson (@KellehOnFire) February 18, 2024
A great achievement from our @LFRVSS . Not only raising money for @firefighters999, but supporting events throughout the year that wouldn’t be able to happen without their dedication. Thank you. https://t.co/eBfpxhZLxU
— mark baxter (@CFO_LincsFire) February 21, 2024
“I donated as a general thank you”
Donor
Just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to this amazing charity @firefighters999 Had an amazing four days of rehabilitation from Jubilee house. Fab facilities, physios & support staff. Having taken part in many fundraising events, It was lovely to finally have use of the facilities. pic.twitter.com/xMh8eorvk2
— Vanessa Strickland (@vanesaastrick) February 2, 2024
