Monroe, N.C. (April 26, 2016) – As one of the leading suppliers of safety equipment to firefighters, Scott Safety embraces its commitment to give back to the communities it serves. Tyco International, through their Tyco Cares Foundation, and Scott Safety are proud to announce they have awarded $35,000 to support seven community organizations across the United States.
“Scott Safety is thrilled to support great organizations that help drive a culture of inclusion within the fire services and enhancements in the training and safety of our firefighters,” says Jeff Emery, global marketing director for Scott Safety. “We are so honored to provide needed resources for these groups to help their communities and support those in the industry.”
For more than 70 years, firefighters have put their faith in Scott Safety products, and Scott Safety has deep respect for their customers and the fearless dedication they exhibit daily.
The following organizations received a Tyco Cares Foundation grant on behalf of Scott Safety:
• 24-7 Commitment (Lewis Center, OH) to support events that help build stronger relationships between firefighters and their spouses;
• D.C Firefighters Burn Foundation (Washington, D.C.) to support injured firefighters and provide meals, lodging, and instructors for those taking part in a week long burn survivor camp;
• Firefighter Cancer Support Network (Burbank, CA) to provide support to firefighters and their families after a cancer diagnosis;
• International Society of Fire Service Instructors (Centreville, VA) to train additional fire service members on new safety techniques;
• Military Firefighter Heritage Foundation (San Angelo, TX) to fund scholarships for family members of the DOD Fire Emergency Services;
• Solutions For At Risk Youth (Santa Clara, CA) to provide support to firefighters and other role models who will coach, mentor, and inspire youth to graduate from high school and pursue higher education; and
• Troops to Firefighters (Atlanta, GA) to recruit and train veterans to become fire service members.
Each grant will be used to fund a specific program, or outreach initiative supporting each group’s local community through efforts like support services, scholarship programs to youth development organizations, and recovery and rehabilitation of injured firefighters and burn victims. Scott Safety is proud to not only support firefighters daily with reliable, innovative safety equipment but also by giving back to the communities that make Scott Safety the “Choice of the Brave.”
About Tyco Cares
The Tyco Cares Foundation is focused on creating safer and smarter communities and protecting what matters most. In particular, the foundation is committed to saving lives, creating resilient communities, improving access to employment and educational opportunities, and inspiring youth engagement.
