The Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive, a non-profit
Organization, has been in existence for well over twenty years. They
hold various events and fun-raisers throughout the year. The monies
raised are used to purchase toys and medical equipment for Children's
Hospital, Detroit Receiving, Oakwood Hospital Children's Unit and U
of M Trauma Burn Center. Shortly before Christmas, they visit each of
the hospitals, along with Sparky (burn drive mascot) and Santa to distribute
toys to the children. Additionally, they pass out food baskets to Dearborn
families in need.
The Burn Drive also contributes to the Dearborn
Goodfellows, D.A.R.E. Program, ACCESS, Just For Dearborn, food banks
and various other charitable organizations throughout the year. They
have purchased and distributed "Knox Boxes" for seniors and
the physically challenged, which allows easy access for fire/EMS units
during emergencies. As a demonstration of lifetime commitment to the
community, Dearborn Firefighters Local 412, through the Burn Drive,
were the first State Firefighters Local to create endowment funds at
Children's Hospital, U of M Trauma Burn Center, Oakwood Hospital (Dearborn)
and Detroit Receiving.
SIGNIFICANT EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS
- Valentine's Day Dance
- Annual Car Raffle
- Corn Give-Away at Homecoming
- Children's Toy Benefit
- Santa at the Fire Safety House
- Other events in cooperation with various sponsors
One fundraiser, the Activity/Coloring book
features fire safety tips & activities geared for ages 3-8 years.
These booklets can be purchased at a donation of $2.50 each or call
for discounts for larger orders.
For more information call: 313.943.4142
or email Jim Caputo at JAC82@mediaone.net
If you are interested in making a donation,
make checks or money orders to:
Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive
P.O. Box 4275
Dearborn, Mi. 48126
