Fairview's Professional Firefighters are active in the community both on and off duty. Local 2623 members donate time, money, and manpower to several causes and organizations whose values reflect that of the Fire Service and the IAFF. Not only are we firefighters, we are your sports coaches, fellow church members, friends, and neighbors. Below are the causes we actively support. Do you belong to an organziation in our area who needs support? Contact Local 2623. Email

Muscular Dystrophy Association

Our international union, the IAFF is the largest supporter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). IAFF locals across the United States donated over $23.5 MIllion to MDA through fundraising efforts in 2006 alone. Each year, Local 2623 members make a trip to MDA Summer Camp in Spring Valley, NY to spend time with children who suffer from Muscular Dystrophy. Local 2623 also sponsors a yearly "Fill the Boot" campaign, which raises nearly $2500 a year for the charity.

To ensure that every child has a chance to enjoy the holidays, Local 2623 collects new, unwrapped toys each year to distribute to needy children in the area. Toys collected are also forwarded to the United States Marine Corps. Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Food Collection

Local 2623 Members make a donation to local food pantries and not-for profit programs to ensure that less fortunate families in the area are able to enjoy nutritious holiday dinners.