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Our Mission

Our organizations mission is to provide support for emergency responders and their families, provide immediate rehab needs on emergency response scenes, and provide education on public safety topics.

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Providing the right resources

With over 40 collective years of experience, our board is comprised of individuals who’ve worked within the nonprofit sector, specifically dedicated to First Responders.

Front Line Support

First Responders work tirelessly to ensure public safety, sometimes enduring 24+ hour shifts. We aim to support these heroes by keeping them fed and hydrated in the line of duty.

Academic Support

We offer scholarships and financial aid to prospective First Responders. It is our belief that anybody who wishes to enter this field not be limited by financial factors.

Services Offered

NERO supports First Responders at all times in their journey, both as a student and during active duty.

Front Line Support for First Responders in the Line of Duty

We provide rehab services to first responders on the front line. Providing them with any necessary refreshments, food, and sanitary needs.

Academic Support for Prospective First Responders

We provide scholarship program for prospective first responders that allow for them to attend programs that fit their goals.

Community Education and Engagement

We provide educational programs to our community, including: fire safety, CPR, first aid, and 9-1-1 for Kids and Senior Citizens.

Meeting Info

We believe in transparency and sharing our foundation’s goals and meeting details so that you can know where your donations are going.

NERO Bylaws

Find an outline of our foundation’s tenets and operational standards here.

Meeting Minutes / Agenda

We keep records of every meeting to assist with goal setting.

Board of Directors

A group comprised of first responders with deep ties to the industry. We are proud to support our colleagues, friends, and families who dedicate their lives to helping our communities.

Joyce O.
President
Amanda G.
Vice President
Kaitlyn S.
Vice President
Margie K.
Secretary
Stacy H.
Treasurer
Mayra B.
Social Media Officer
Deborah H.
Development Officer

You Can Be a Hero, Too.

NERO is a supporter of First Responders on and off the line of duty. Supporting a team takes an enduring effort, made possible by donations and volunteerism. See how you can directly support these brave individuals.

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Become a Member for Free

Did you know you can support us through a free membership? Whether you're looking to help as a volunteer or just want to stay up to date with our happenings, becoming a member benefits our organization in a number of ways.