Stories

Everyone needs support sometimes. Hear from some of the people Fire Fighters Charity has helped to move forward with positive change, personal achievement, progress and transformation in their health and wellbeing.

Category: Gift in wills

An older woman in a floral dress and an older man in a plaid shirt and shorts stand smiling together outside, next to a tree and a brick wall, with greenery and a building in the background.

Colin’s story

Heather Rowe chose to remember us in her will after learning of the support we offer through her close friend and retired firefighter, Colin. Here, he shares his memories of her and the legacy she leaves behind.

A man in a formal uniform with medals sits on a bench outdoors, holding a framed certificate and smiling at the camera. Green grass is visible in the background.

Steve’s story

We were proud to unveil a plaque at Jubilee House, our centre in Cumbria, recently – dedicated to former firefighter and committed supporter, Graham Gash. His legacy is already helping the fire services community live well and feel valued.

A smiling woman with blonde hair and sunglasses stands next to an elderly man with white hair and glasses outdoors on a sunny day, with a blue sky and green trees in the background.

Sue’s story

Sue Park has shared some of her memories of her beloved Uncle Pete and Aunt Betty, both of whom enjoyed long careers in the fire service and supported us throughout.