WODFF

We are so incredibly moved by the heroism shown by firefighters around the world, and most recently here in our hometown of Los Angeles.

Our company was born in large part out of a love for marathoning, so when our CEO Michael Brandt, a 2:40 marathoner, mentioned that he wanted to find a way to give back to the firefighting community, we had an idea.

What if he ran the entire marathon in a firefighting turnout to raise awareness, but also funds for The Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund? Well, he's just crazy enough to have said yes!

Please join us in showing our gratitude for these real-life heroes and consider donating just $1 for each mile that Michael Brandt will run in a firefighter turnout at the LA Marathon.

The 2025 LA Marathon marks my 8th LA Marathon. I run every year for a charity that is close to home for me as a Los Angeles Firefighter.

But this year, the opportunity for me to be able to run and fundraise has been magnified by the devastating wildfires we experienced at the start of 2025. While battling these fires, several members of the LAFD lost their homes. I'm running once again to fundraise for Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firefighters Fund. This organization is providing support to our members in their time of need.

Please show your support by donating and/or please share this. Thank you!

My name is Sophie Kaplan, and I lived in Los Angeles, California, for a decade. My grandparents were recently displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires. Firefighters are risking their lives to try to stop these fires, whilst many are homeless themselves due to them. I have been working with the Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association and it’s 118-year-old charity, the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund alongside my school, Suffield Academy, to provide support for those struggling. By donating just a dollar, you can provide new homes, medical supplies, and gear to these firefighters. Everything makes a difference during these times.

As devastating wildfires tear through our community, our hearts are with the brave firefighters who are currently risking their lives to protect us. Tragically, some of these firefighters have lost their own homes while battling the flames, and others have already suffered injuries in the line of duty.

The LA Raver and Rave Haven are calling our communities to come together to raise funds for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund—a charity dedicated to providing essential support to firefighters and their families in times of crisis. For over 118 years, the WODFF has offered financial assistance, counseling, and aid to those who selflessly serve our communities.

Your donation will directly help these courageous individuals as they recover, rebuild, and continue their vital work. Now, more than ever, they need us to stand with them. Whether you contribute $5, $50, or more, every dollar counts in providing relief and hope to those who give so much for us.

Let’s come together as a rave community to support these heroes in their time of need. Thank you for your generosity and compassion—it means the world to those we’re helping.

I'm once again running for a charity thats close to home for me. Im running in my 7th LA marathon for a great organization. I'm raising money to benefit WODFF, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about WODFF: For more than 115 years, the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund has served the needs of firefighters as they risk their lives in the line of duty. Whether they are saving lives in Los Angeles or providing assistance during global disasters, the members of the LAFD know that they and their families have someone to turn to for help should the unthinkable happen. WODFF provides assistance to widows so they will be able to afford the housing, food, and clothing that they and their families need.

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit WODFF, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me. I'm running in my 4th LA Marathon. Unfortunately I missed last year due to being injured at a fire. Looking to come strong and help our fire family by raising money for WODFF. Once again thank you for helping me reach my goal!

More information about WODFF: For more than 113 years, the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund has served the needs of firefighters as they risk their lives in the line of duty. Whether they are saving lives in Los Angeles or providing assistance during global disasters, the members of the LAFD know that they and their families have someone to turn to for help should the unthinkable happen. WODFF provides assistance to widows so they will be able to afford the housing, food, and clothing that they and their families need.

I'm raising money for the WIDOWS, ORPHANS & DISABLED FIREFIGHTER'S FUND, the official charity of the Los Angeles Firemen's Relief Association. This fund helps hero firefighters and families of firefighters injured or killed in the line of duty or facing other crises with financial, emotional, and other much-needed support, including:

These individuals and families need more support than ever right now, as the number of firefighters and families in crisis mode increases. Please donate what you can.

Honor and showcase someone special by making a donation to the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund as part of an in memory or in honor of awareness campaign. It is a beautiful and touching tribute to a fallen firefighter or a firefighter family in need.

 

To help even more, simply click “share" to start inviting colleagues, friends and family to read about our mission and donate to the cause.

 

All donations benefit the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund and come directly to our charity, a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax I.D. #95-6205446. With your kindness, our firefighter families will be able to afford basic living expenses, health insurance and even college tuition. Thank you for being a hero to a hero and giving back to those who sacrifice so much, yet ask for so little in return.

Helping our brave firefighters, especially after one is injured or killed in the line of duty, requires support from people like you. We'd love for you to join our team!

 

As an official charity partner of the 2022 ASICS LA Marathon, our runners compete in the full marathon and charity challenge race. You can help our “L.A. Fire” team meet its fundraising goal by making a donation here or by securing contributions on our behalf (just click “fundraise for this charity on our main page "). All contributions benefit the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund and come directly to our charity, a 115-year old non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax I.D. #95-6205446.

 

Our fantastic team members include LAFD firefighters, family members, volunteers and other supporters. Each is dedicated to running this incredible race, and raising money for those in need. With your kindness, our firefighter families will be able to afford basic living expenses, health insurance and even college tuition. Sign up to do the charity challenge (13.1 miles) or full marathon with our team here . Thank you for being a hero to a hero and giving back to those who sacrifice so much, yet rarely ask for anything in return.