Denis Leary's Firefighter Challenge Raises Millions

Summary

Denis Learys Firefighter for a Day challenge, held annually at the FDNY academy, offers civilians hands-on firefighting training to raise funds for fire departments nationwide. Since 2016, the event has grown from $200,000 to $850,000 in grants, with a goal of $1 million this year. The foundation, inspired by Learys cousins death in the 2000 Worcester fir…

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Denis Learys Firefighter for a Day challenge, held annually at the FDNY academy, offers civilians hands-on firefighting training to raise funds for fire departments nationwide. Since 2016, the event has grown from $200,000 to $850,000 in grants, with a goal of $1 million this year. The foundation, inspired by Learys cousins death in the 2000 Worcester fire, equips firefighters with necessary gear and training, preventing tragedies and proving celebrities impact on real change. Support the show:G

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