They don't just fight fires - these local first responders are offering support and giving back to children facing big battles.
OAK FOREST, Ill. -- Project Fire Buddies is an organization of first responders dedicated to supporting Chicago-area families with critically ill children.
The organization, which began at the Oak Forest Fire Department, is a chaptered group of first responders who visit severely ill children in their communities, bringing joy and comfort during difficult times. The group has grown to 20 chapters with 32 chapters on the way in 5 different states. Parents who've benefited say it makes them proud of their community and their local fire departments.
"We had a plan to go to the Jojo Siwa concert. Little did we know that Project Fire Buddies also knew about it," said Hedenschoug. The organization had a driver escort the family for the entire night.
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