About & Contact
Serving ThoseWho ServeSouth Florida.
First Responders Foundation is a South Florida organization dedicated to supporting firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, dispatchers, military veterans, and other public safety professionals.
Who We Are
A Community Standing Behind Its Responders.
Those who serve our communities give a great deal of themselves. The Foundation was created to give something back: programs that promote connection, resilience, and well-being for the people who answer the call.
Our featured Service Dog Program supports eligible first responders and veterans through carefully evaluated, appropriately trained dogs. Through Canteen 33, we assist requesting agencies with mobile canteen and rehabilitation support during extended incidents and training events.
Luna, our ambassador dog, represents the Foundation in the community and reminds us why this work matters.
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Service
We exist because of the people who serve, and we measure our work by how well we serve them in return.
02
Integrity
We represent our programs accurately, protect personal information, and use every contribution responsibly.
03
Compassion
We approach every person and every dog with patience, dignity, and care.
04
Community
We build partnerships with agencies, businesses, and neighbors who share our commitment.
Leadership
The People Behind the Mission.
Dwight Saxon
Founder & President
Retired Palm Beach County Fire Rescue professional with 30 years of fire service and a United States Army veteran with six years of military service. Dwight founded First Responders Foundation to support the well-being of first responders and strengthen community partnerships.
Iva Grady
Treasurer
Retired Palm Beach County administrator who helped establish the Palm Beach Marathon. Iva brings extensive public service experience and community involvement to the Foundation.
Greg Rice
Secretary
Retired marketing professional with Hulett Environmental Services and a longtime Palm Beach County resident. Greg contributes marketing experience, community knowledge, and relationship-building skills.
Transparency
Accountable to Those We Serve.
We believe donors and partners deserve clear information. Official disclosures and documents will be posted here as soon as they are verified.
- Verified nonprofit status501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)38-4275167
- Tax-deductibility disclosureContributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
- Florida charitable registrationRegistration No. CH72758
- Annual reportsPending: to be provided
- Financial transparency documentsPending: to be provided
Contact
We Would Like to Hear From You.
Questions about our programs, partnerships, or ways to help are always welcome.
- dwight@firstresponders-pbc.org
- 561-722-3224
- 294 Knotty Wood Lane, Wellington, Florida 33414
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Veterans can press 1 after dialing. In an emergency, call 911.