LITTLE ROCK – Little Rock city officials today encouraged residents to support Little Rock firefighters through a new fundraising initiative for new furniture, equipment and supplies at the city’s 22 fire stations.
 
The “Love Your Firefighters” initiative is a way for anyone to give back to the firefighters who risk their lives every day for the people of Little Rock. Tax-deductible donations may be made on the City's website, with 100 percent of the money raised going to improvements at Little Rock fire stations.
 
City leaders announced the “Love Your Firefighters” fundraising effort at a news conference today at the City’s Central Fire Station.
 
“We are 100 percent supportive of our firefighters and the work they do, and the City will always prioritize our public safety needs,” Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. said. “Still, we know there are deferred maintenance issues at many of our fire stations, and we are so appreciative of the significant numbers of requests we have received from community members about how to help. Through this initiative, residents who feel compelled to ‘answer the call’ to give back to our firefighters can do so securely through our online portal or by check. Every penny of their donation will support our Little Rock firefighters. I appreciate Directors Capi Peck, Joan Adcock and Vice Mayor BJ Wyrick for taking the lead on this important project.”
 
After the Board of Directors’ budget discussions last December, many residents reached out to city officials to ask how they could help with fire station improvements. Some have already donated desks, chairs and other equipment, Director Peck said.
 
“This is a true grassroots, collaborative effort to make sure we rally around our firefighters so that they have better spaces to live, train and rest while they are serving our City,” Director Peck said. “We owe it to these hard-working men and women to improve their quality of life and love where our heroes live.”
 
Fire station needs include upgraded rest areas, ceiling fans, bed frames, washing machines, lounge chairs, benches and more.
 
To donate to the “Love Your Firefighters” initiative, visit here, or send donations to Little Rock Cares (Love Your Firefighters), City Hall, 500 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72201.