Firefighters for Operation Warm
Heroes on the Operation Warm front lines
In 2012, Operation Warm partnered with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). As the engine behind our move to American coat manufacturing, firefighters expand our mission, support jobs for Americans, and impact the lives of children throughout their communities.
Are you a firefighter interested in starting an Operation Warm program in your own community?
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Contribute to the Firefighter Programs and help support their cause in bringing brand new, USA-made coats to kids in need.
DonateOur Mission
Our mission is to provide brand new, USA-made coats to children living in need across North America – positively impacting their school attendance, self-esteem, and overall health and well-being.
Coats Made in America
Our made in America manufacturing program supports hundreds of jobs across the country. Our newest supply chain partner, SEKRI, is a nonprofit that provides meaningful work for disabled people and gives the community the support it needs to succeed.
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Firefighter Events
UPCOMING – Hero’s Haul Firetruck Pull
Fall 2016
Join the Firefighters for Operation Warm in the ultimate strength competition – HERO’S HAUL FIRE TRUCK PULL. Available in four cities across the country, compete to show your strength and raise money to provide brand new coats to children in need in your community.
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DULUTH BEARD CHALLENGE
What would you be willing to give up to make a child warm this winter? For five men, the sacrifice was something that was a big part of their identities. “This is who they are,” says Jon Otis, a firefighter with the local 101 and one of the co-chairs of the Warm Duluth Beard Challenge, now in its second year.
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2016 USA Program Tutorial
Our new-and-improved 2016 Program Tutorial details the necessary steps to execute a successful program.