Fort Worth, Texas - The WPI Firefighters’ Fund, a non-profit organization that assists injured and fallen firefighters and their families, has provided the family of fallen firefighter Donald “Don” Hogg a grant for $15,000. Don, a 23-year Arlington firefighter, passed away suddenly on the night of November 19, 2009. He leaves behind his wife and teenage son. While his death is being classified as a line of duty death, it may take months for the Hogg family to receive any benefits. The grant was provided to help the Hogg family during this time.
The Dallas Morning News writes that Don was a firefighter with the Arlington Fire Department since 1986. He received the Medal of Valor, was Firefighter of the Year, Rookie of the Year, recognized twice as a member of Crew of the Year, and was a recipient of the Chief’s Five Standards Award. Robin Williams, Development Director of the WPI Firefighters’ Fund, said of Hogg, “This man dedicated his life to the service of others. It is truly astounding that he was able to give so much of himself in the 49 years he was on this earth.”
The WPI Firefighters’ Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 founded in 1999 to assist the firefighters who protect our families, homes, and communities. The organization is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and provides financial assistance to the families of firefighters killed or injured in the line of duty and to volunteer fire departments for equipment. The WPIFF has a corporate sponsor that pays all administrative costs, allowing every dollar in donations to help firefighters and their families. During its ten year history, the WPI Firefighters’ Fund has granted $774,762.67. For additional information on the WPI Firefighters’ Fund, visit www.wpiff.org or www.facebook.com/WPIFF.