A 26-year old firefighter heard some frightening noise coming from a burning building – the cries of a child. Without a moment’s hesitation, he ran into the flaming structure and found a 10-year old little girl cowering in the living room. Scooping her up, he made his way out again. When he got her to safety, he did the best he could the calm her down and make sure she was all right. He quickly realized she was trying to tell him something. Her 8-year old brother was still inside. Handing her over to a colleague, he ran back in and found the brother taking refuge behind a couch. Moments later firefighter and child were outside and safe.
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| Gary Scaife, Managing Director of Help R Heroes, spoke to us this morning |
Often, though, this kind of bravery results in injury and even death to our selfless firefighters – we certainly saw that in spade on 9/11. Gary Scaife’s orgainization is committed to making sure this kind of bravery is not forgotten. Gary is the managing director of Help R Heroes, a part of Care Partners USA. Help R Heroes is a non-profit whose goal it is to provide what a simple paycheck won’t in times of personal crisis for injured firefights and the families of the fallen. As their Website says: In our communities, firefighters and paramedics work tirelessly performing great acts of bravery. hRh is dedicated to supporting the success and safety of the men and women who protect us daily. Through community partnerships, we can make a difference now! Visit their website for more information and ways to get involved: www.helprheroes.com
One way you can get involved is by buying a Rotary sponsored Hero Bear pictured here. The website will tell you exactly how to do that.
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