Donate to Support Families of Fallen First Responders

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A family of a fallen first responder standing in front of an FDNY engine

How Your Donations are Used

Your donations enable us to provide financial assistance and a network of support to the families of our fallen first responders.

When there is a sudden line of duty death, we immediately provide the family with $50,000. We then continue to provide the surviving spouse of the fallen first responder with an annual stipend for the rest of their life, or for as long as we have the means to do so. We also invite them to special events where they can connect with other families and supporters.

We don’t put restrictions on how families use the financial assistance we provide. We leave that decision to them, because they know their family’s needs best. Some families use this support for everyday necessities like groceries and bills. Others put it toward their children’s college tuition or other major expenses. However each family chooses to use it, your contribution is making a real difference in their lives.

To learn more about how families have used their stipends, read stories or watch video testimonials from our families.

Ways to Give

Donor Advised Funds (DAF)

Look us up by using our Tax ID Number, 13-3340675.

Mail a Check

Make checks payable to “Answer the Call” and send them via regular (USPS) mail to the below address.

PO Box 26837
New York, NY 10087

For FedEx/UPS deliveries, please contact us: AR@answerthecall.org

Credit Card

Make a secure one-time or recurring donation by credit card. We accept donations via cards, ApplePay, GooglePay, PayPal, and Venmo.

Bank Transfer

We accept wire transfers and ACH payments.

Gift of Stock

Give appreciated stocks or other securities.

In-Kind

Contribute to an upcoming fundraising event by donating to our silent auction.

Planned Giving

Learn more about including Answer the Call in your estate plan or will.

Matching Gifts & Payroll Giving

Request an employer gift match for your personal contribution, or donate through a payroll deduction.

Corporate Sponsorship

Support Answer the Call’s work by sponsoring one of our events.