Mission Statement:

The Jessica Locke Firefighters Fund – a 501(c)3 organization – is dedicated to providing financial, medical and emotional support to firefighting personnel in New York City. The Fund uses charitable contributions to offer firefighters access to alternative medical treatments for illness, injury, and post-traumatic stress disorders associated with exposures during 9/11, as well as to seek donations of supplies and materials necessary to rectify unacceptable conditions in firehouses. Our activities are aimed at vigorously supporting firefighting professionals through action and compassion.  
email:  jessica@firefightersfund.org


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This is a true story of one woman’s journey to come to the aid of firemen devastated by the loss of four members of their Company and 339 of their brethren on September 11, 2001. It is about the ultimate rescue, for in a startling reversal of roles the firefighters help to heal the author's own traumatic past.

From shopping with the Company for meals to going on "runs," Ms. Locke provides an authentic, historical account of life in a New York City firehouse. Her acceptance past the “big red doors” and a line of battle-hardened firefighters is a heartwarming tribute to how giving to others can become the ultimate experience of receiving.


Background: Following the events of September 11, 2001, Jessica Locke repeatedly traveled from Boston to New York City to volunteer her services as an Alexander Technique practitioner at a firehouse near Ground Zero. With her personal and increasing awareness of the long-term health needs of these brave men and women, the Jessica Locke Firefighters Fund was created to advocate for the continued support of firefighters.

The Fund is currently raising funds to open an alternative health care center for firefighters plagued by illness and post-traumatic stress as a result of exposure to toxic and hazardous conditions at Ground Zero.

A portion of the proceeds from Rescue at Engine 32 will be used to assist FDNY firefighters affected by 9/11 and the Jessica Locke Firefighters Fund.

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