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Lincoln Fire Department recognized for raising $20,888 for Firefighters Burn Institute
Summary
The Firefighters Burn Institute presented the Lincoln Fire Department a plaque recognizing satellite ‘Fill The Boot’ fundraising that raised $20,888.62; long‑time coordinators were also honored for cumulative fundraising.
The city and the Firefighters Burn Institute on Tuesday recognized Lincoln firefighters for their annual “Fill The Boot” fundraising and presented awards to current and past coordinators.
Joe Pick, executive director of the Firefighters Burn Institute, told the council that Lincoln’s satellite boot drive raised $20,888.62 this year and presented the department with a plaque recognizing it as a member of the institute’s “20 grand club.”
“That is no small accomplishment,” Pick said, and he described the institute’s programs supporting burn survivors and burn‑care partnerships in the region.
Pick also recognized firefighter Alex Anguiano for leading the recent drive and longtime coordinators Corey and Jennifer Lady for previously managing Lincoln’s boot drive from February 2003 through February 2017. Pick said the Lady family raised $592,004.26 during their leadership and that the department is the only Lincoln satellite drive to reach the institute’s “50 grand club” multiple times.
Mayor Andreatta, council members and the fire chief thanked firefighters for their community work; Chief Matt Allison introduced Joe Pick and said the department is proud of its members’ volunteer efforts.
Why it matters: The funds support regional burn‑injury aftercare and survivor programs run by the Firefighters Burn Institute and showcase union‑led, firefighter volunteer fundraising in the city.
