The Annual Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation Pancake Breakfast Returns

The Annual Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation’s Pancake Breakfast reappeared on residents’ social calendars on Sunday, April 21st after several years of absence due to Covid and the two-year reconstruction of Fire Station 50 Headquarters. 

The event benefits the Foundation’s coffers as it stands ready should the need arise to assist firefighters and members of their families. The Foundation has been called upon to assist several firefighters and/or family members in their times of need over the 17 years of its existence. From helping a firefighter battling cancer, a firefighter’s son injured in a tragic motor vehicle accident, a child of a firefighter born with a rare disease, and other members in need, the Foundation has stood by these men and women as hardships and needs arose.

The Foundation also has a scholarship fund that assists firefighters and their family members who look to go on to further their educational pursuits.

“This event allows the community to come together and assist in our mission and also socialize with their neighbors and friends while enjoying a great breakfast on a Sunday morning at the firehouse,” said Ron Myers, a board member of the Foundation.

Attendees were treated to pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice, coffee or milk during the event. They could also purchase Foundation hats, shirts and other items which help fund their mission.  Children got free hats and other items.

Guided tours of the all-new fire headquarters and emergency operations center were given to members of the public. The new ops center will provide personnel with a secure and safe facility during hurricanes and other natural disasters. It will also provide emergency personnel with fuel supplies and emergency generators.

“All of these proceeds go towards our programs which support our first responders,” said Dianna Dohm, Fire Rescue Foundation Chairperson. It’s a great opportunity to help those that are always there for us.”