Dixie Abramian
Chair & President
Meet the Foundation Leadership
Our Board and Council bring together fire service, finance, and community leaders who are dedicated to supporting firefighters and their families.
The leadership team is guided by one mission: supporting the well-being of the fire family.
Through experienced leadership, community partnerships and long-term stewardship, the Foundation creates programs and outreach efforts that support firefighters, spouses, children and loved ones through every stage of fire service life.
Foundation Board of Directors
The Foundation Board of Directors provides leadership, oversight and long-term stewardship for programs and initiatives supporting firefighters and fire families.
Dixie Abramian
Chair & President
Dixie Abramian serves as Chair and President of the Fire Family Foundation Board and CEO of Firefighters First Credit Union. Her leadership helps strengthen the connection between the Foundation’s mission, community outreach efforts and long-term support for fire families.
Richard Frawley
Secretary
Richard Frawley
Secretary
Richard Frawley supports the Foundation’s long-term mission through board leadership focused on accountability, stewardship and continued service to the fire service community.
Scott Gribbons
Board Member
Scott Gribbons
Board Member
Scott Gribbons helps guide Foundation initiatives that support firefighters and families through outreach efforts, charitable programs and community-focused leadership.
Gerald Horwedel
Board Member
Gerald Horwedel
Board Member
Gerald Horwedel contributes leadership and oversight that help ensure Foundation programs continue serving fire families with care, stability and long-term support.
Heather Marques
Board Member
Heather Marques
Board Member
Heather Marques supports the Foundation’s mission through community-centered leadership and a shared commitment to strengthening support for firefighters and their families.
Foundation Council: Committed to Service and Support
The Foundation Council brings together professionals from finance, law, business and community leadership who help strengthen the Foundation’s outreach efforts, strategic partnerships and long-term mission.
Lea Alley
Firefighters First Credit Union
Cristian Foronda
Firefighters First Credit Union
Tom Daly
Lewis, Roca, Rothgerber, Christie
Severyn Aszkenazy
Aszkenazy Development
Michael Treger
Straussner & Sherman
Kymber Ward
Vicente Sederberg LLP
Jeff Klinger
Anderson Bradshaw Consulting
Foundation Management and Governance
The Fire Family Foundation structure is designed to support accountability, transparency and long-term stewardship across every program, outreach effort and community initiative serving the fire family.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors provides fiduciary oversight, strategic direction and governance for the Foundation’s programs, charitable initiatives and long-term mission. Board leadership helps ensure Foundation resources continue supporting firefighters and families with accountability, compassion and care.
Foundation Council
The Foundation Council contributes professional expertise across law, finance, business and community advocacy. Council members help strengthen partnerships, strategic planning and outreach efforts that expand support for fire families and the broader fire service community.
Staff & Programs
Foundation staff and program leaders help coordinate outreach initiatives, participant support and community programs designed to connect firefighters and families with meaningful assistance and trusted resources. Questions about specific Foundation programs can be directed to info@firefamilyfoundation.org or (888) 533-3448.
How Our Foundation Structure Supports the Mission
The Fire Family Foundation governance structure helps ensure every donated dollar, community initiative and support program remains aligned with the Foundation’s mission to support the well-being of the fire family.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Foundation remains committed to long-term stewardship, responsible leadership and meaningful support for firefighters and families.
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Accountable and transparent stewardship of donated funds -
Programs guided by leaders connected to the fire service community
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Long-term stability for ongoing outreach and support initiatives
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Professional legal and financial oversight supporting the Foundation mission
Benefits, Assistance, and Support for Families of Fallen Firefighters
When firefighters, spouses, partners, children, and loved ones experience hardship connected to injuries, medical emergencies, natural disasters, or other difficult circumstances, the Fire Family Foundation is there.
- The Foundation honors the memory of fallen firefighters and the brave families who carry their legacy forward.
- We provide emergency relief and financial assistance to help you regain stability and move forward with support from a community that understands.
- Firefighters First covers all overhead expenses, so 100% of every donation goes directly to fire families.
Ways To Give:
- Online Banking: Firefighters First members can donate directly through online banking
- Mail a Check: Fire Family Foundation, 1520 West Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
Connect With the Fire Family Foundation Team
Whether you’re looking for support, exploring Foundation programs, seeking ways to get involved, or interested in partnering with the Foundation, our team is here to help. We look forward to connecting with you.
- Phone: (888) 533-3448
- Email: info@firefamilyfoundation.org
- Address: 1520 West Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
