“We always love partnering with Local 935 to bring joy to some de-
serving kids,” says organization founder Kim Savage. “County fire-
fighters are great with the children and the firehouse is a perfect place
for these kids to look ahead and dream about being a firefighter.”
By Jeff Allen
Among the many charitable organizations Local 935 supports, our part-
nership with Megan’s Wings is one about which we are particularly proud. Established in 2005 by
the family of Megan Savage, a local girl who lost her battle with Leukemia in 2003, the group
helps families going through pediatric cancer navigate their journey by providing support
and guidance. A volunteer-based registered charity, Megan’s Wings assists families across
Southern California via the Children’s Hospitals and cancer centers.
Perhaps because our membership is unfortunately familiar with can-
cer struggles, the mission of Megan’s Wings resonates with Local
935. As such, each year our partnership grows stronger through our
support of fundraising events such as September’s annual 5K/1K run-
walk event in Upland, or October’s “Trunk or Treat” Halloween event
hosted at Station 305 in Hesperia. The latter went so we we got some
praise from local officials.
“What a wonderful event hosted by 935,” says Hesperia Mayor Larry
Bird of the Trick or Trunk event.” The children were in awe of all the
different firefighters and costumes and all the fun activities to do. It
was a wonderful reprieve for them and their courageous fight against
cancer. The volunteers were amazing and kept spirits high.”
“Megan’s Wings was awesome,” says City Council Member Brigit
Bennington. “The children had fun exploring the fire trucks, talking
to firefighters and of course getting their candy bags filled. Best of all
was checking out the helicopter!”
To make a tax-deductible donation to Megan’s Wings, click the link below.
mgnswngs.ejoinme.org/MyPages/DONATE/tabid/346734/Default.aspx
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