Grammy-winning, country music superstar Dwight Yoakam is helping our firefighter families by giving you the chance to win a special VIP Package for four to meet & greet Dwight and see him perform live at The Hollywood Palladium on Friday, September 6th! We're accepting bids via email until Tuesday September 3rd at 8am Pacific Time.  To get a jump on our annual, LAFD Invitational auction and get your bid in now please click here.

Be A Part Of The Action

Hosted by L.A.'s historic El Coyote Cafe, the "Hot & Spicy" Firefighter Salsa Competition benefits Widows & Orphans by inviting firefighters to battle it out for the title of "Best Salsa" while you enjoy plenty of fantastic food and family fun. And we need your help! You can buy tickets online to join us or find businesses interested in sponsoring the exciting event. There are plenty of sponsorship options to choose from, so help us make the competition a spicy success.

Offering Culinary Care

Caterer Jason Sperber's creations are colorful, festive and delicious. What led him to the Widows & Orphans doorstep? “My father was a firefighter from 1962-1977. He loved cooking too, and he taught me how to cook,” explains Jason. “So when the chance came to help out the charity, it was exciting for me.” Read his story.

Meet Cathleen

When she's not teaching high school, Cathleen spends her time volunteering at Widows & Orphans events. For her, it’s about giving back to a brave group of people who risk their lives to help others and the charity that aims to assist them when they’re in need. Read her story.