By Brad Whitney

For Immediate Release
Courtland Fire Protection District Awarded Lifesaving Equipment Grant to Help Keep Community Safe
Grant is part of more than $62.5 million given to first responder organizations across the U.S. by
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation

(Courtland, CA) – The past year and a half have been difficult for many, impacting first responders and communities across the country. As we continue to battle health crises and natural disasters, front-line heroes constantly expose themselves to dangerous situations, creating a need for updated lifesaving equipment.

Recognizing this need, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® continues to be a valuable resource for first responders across the nation and recently provided a $14,235.00 grant to Courtland Fire Protection District. The funding will be applied toward the purchase of five automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and accessories, which will be used to ensure greater lifesaving capabilities for first responders in the community.

“We are grateful to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation and our local Firehouse Subs in Sacramento for awarding us this grant,” said Pheonix Barrientes, Captain, Courtland Fire Protection District. “By providing the AEDs and accessories, our first responders will be able to respond to cardiac emergencies more efficiently, and help the people of our district during emergency situations, especially during the
upcoming holiday season.
During the most recent grant cycle, the Foundation awarded 126 grants to public safety organizations
nationwide. The 126 grants totaling nearly $2.7 million were given to organizations in need of critical
lifesaving equipment and resources.
To donate and learn more about Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, visit
FirehouseSubsFoundation.org.

About Firehouse Subs Public Saftey Foundation

In 2005, the Firehouse Subs founders established the 501(c)(3), non-profit Firehouse Subs Public Safety
Foundation. The charity provides lifesaving equipment, prevention education, scholarships and
continued education, and disaster relief for first responders and public safety organizations, as well as
support for members of the military. Since inception, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has
awarded more than $62.5 million to hometown heroes in 49 states and Puerto Rico.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is honored to be listed as a four-star nonprofit organization,
the highest designation, by Charity Navigator. Charity Navigator is the nation’s largest and most-utilized
evaluator of charities. Grant allocations are made possible thanks to the overwhelming support of
Firehouse Subs restaurants and generous donors. More than 70% of the funds raised for the Firehouse
Subs Public Safety Foundation come from the generosity of Firehouse Subs guests and the restaurant
brand. Please consider supporting a Firehouse Subs restaurant near you!