Join Us for a Day of Giving – Wednesday, July 23, 2025
1-800-BOARDUP is uniting communities across the U.S. and Canada for a powerful Day of Giving to support those who serve.
On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 1-800-BOARDUP offices nationwide and in Canada will host special events and fundraising efforts to benefit vital first responder charities. This coordinated day of generosity will raise awareness and funds for trusted organizations including: the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Firefighter Cancer Support Network, Project Fire Buddies, and local first responder charities making a difference in their communities.
From coast to coast, teams will come together to give back to the fire service heroes who protect us every day. Whether you’re a supporter, family member, first responder, or community partner, we invite you to be a part of this meaningful effort that supports the mission of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
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and other local first responder charities
Day of Giving events
Location: Online/Virtual
Join 1-800-BoardUp Springfield, Willamette Valley Metro, & Southern Oregon for the it’s Day of Giving 2025 Raffle. Winners will be selected at random and notified by phone on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Project Fire Buddies, and The Legacy Burn Center.
For more information, please contact David Wolting at (541) 228-2806 or visit givebutter.com/w8s59k.
Location: 2933 S. Miami Boulevard, Suite 116, Durham, NC 27703
Time: 11:00 am– 3:00 pm (EDT)
Join 1-800-BoardUp Raleigh & Winston Salem for its Fueling the Frontlines Raffle. Winners will be selected at random and notified in person (or via email or phone) on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, and Project Fire Buddies.
For more information, please contact Willie Hall at (919) 892-5948 or visit givebutter.com/tNr500.
Location: 312 Roya Lane, Bryant, AR 72022
Time: 12:00 pm (EDT)
Join 1-800-BoardUp Arkansas for its Fueling the Frontlines – BBQ Raffle. Details for this event are private and will be sent along with your ticket purchase. Three raffle winners will be selected at random and notified (via email or phone) on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. This event benefits Project Fire Buddies, the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, and the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Burn Program.
For more information, please contact Andre Martin at (501) 580-2210 or visit givebutter.com/qxaaKF.
Location: 28400 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150
Time: 12:00 pm EDT
Join 1-800-BOARDUP Michigan for its Fueling the Frontlines – BBQ Raffle. Details of this e event are private and will be sent along with your ticket purchase. This event benefits Project Fire Buddies, the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
For more information, please contact Heather Scillion at (586) 413-1351 or visit givebutter.com/ms2g5m.
Location: Virtual/Online
Join the 1-800-BOARDUP Philadelphia and Chester County Hero Fund for its Ultimate Tailgating Package Raffle. At the heart of this fundraiser is the Ultimate Tailgating Package Raffle, a powerhouse prize pack that includes a Blackstone Griddle, a Siberian cooler, camping chairs, a folding table, Bluetooth speaker, a $250 Colonial Village gift certificate, beverages, a propane tank, and the ultimate Philly fan bonus—4 Phillies tickets! It’s a dream setup for any tailgate or backyard bash, but the real win is what your ticket supports. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Project Fire Buddies, and the Chester County Hero Fund.
1-800-BOARDUP Southwest Suburbs of Chicago Golf
Location: Birdies Sports Bar & Grill, 4036 West 111th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Time: 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Join 1-800-BOARDUP Southwest Suburbs of Chicago for 3 hours of unlimited golf, food, & drinks and fun! You’ll have the opportunity to participate in raffle giveaway and silent auction too. There will be prizes for the for longest drive & closest to the pin. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighter Foundation, Project Fire Buddies, and The Yard Foundation.
For more information, please contact Tom Taff (630) 546-8518 or Stephanie Mitchell.
Location: Autobahn Country Club 3795 Centerpoint Way, Joliet, IL 60436
Time: 5:00 pm EDT
Join us for an exhilarating night at the Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, where speed and charity collide. Fast Cars For A Cause combines a love for fast cars and appreciation for first responders. All tickets include entry into our reception with dinner, drinks and the opportunity to participate in raffle giveaways and a silent auction. This event benefits IFSA Camp I am Me, the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, and Project Fire Buddies.
For more information, please contact Katelyn Miller-Kipka at (815-722-5796) or visit givebutter.com/QGWLvv.
Location: Top Golf Fort Myers, 2021 Top Golf Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm (EDT)
This event benefits the Brotherhood Ride, Firefighter Cancer Support Network, International Association of Firefighters FOOLS, and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
For more information, please contact Jeff Morse at (239) 633-7098 or visit givebutter.com/FkalNZ.
Location: Online/Virtual
Time: 3:00 pm
Join the 1-800-BOARDUP Northwest Arkansas, San Antonio TX, Mobile AL, Tulsa OK, Waco TX, and Houston TX for our Steer Drawing. You have a chance to win a 1400 pound steer provided by Perdido River Farms in Atmore, AL. Processed steer includes: steaks, roast, hamburger meat, and more! The winner will be chosen at random on July 23rd at 3:00pm. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Project Fire Buddies, and Love Your Community of Hartville.
For more information, please contact Jeremy Metcalf at (479) 212-6631, or Todd Posey at (251) 395-3748, or Alison Stein at (346) 795-6128, or Elmer Williams at (210) 317-3329. You can also learn more and watch the livestream at: givebutter.com/steerdrawing/jeremymetcalf
Location: 5444 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (EDT)
Join 1-800-BOARDUP Virginia Beach for our TopGolf Charity Event. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, Vigilant Watch, Inc., and the Virginia Beach Fire Foundation.
Location: Weber's Gun Range, 14757 I-35 N Frontage Road, Troy, TX 76579
Time: 8:00 am (CDT)
Join 1-800-BOARDUP Belton Metro for our Skeet Shooting Event. This event benefits the family of Captain Marvin Taylor Family Support Fund and the Killeen Professional Firefighters Association.
1-800-BOARDUP Oklahoma City TopGolf Event
Location: TBD
Date: September 4, 2025
Join 1-800-BOARDUP Oklahoma City for our TopGolf Event on September 4, 2025. This event benefits the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, and Project Fire Buddies.
For more information, please contact Tony Young at (405) 417-0400.