2022 GR Firefighter Challenge Sponsorship

The GRFD Fire Prevention Foundation is a non-profit organization which serves to raise awareness of the fire department and actively contributes to our community by providing funds for neighborhood and school public education programs, smoke alarm installations, and recruitment for our next generation of first responders.

GR Fire Prevention Foundation

The GRFD Fire Prevention Foundation brings the official FIREFIGHTER CHALLENGE to MI! We need YOUR support to make this event a success!

Calder Plaza

2022 GR Firefighter Challenge

The 2022 GR Firefighter Challenge is a weekend for all ages to experience what it what it takes to be a firefighter, explore health and wellness, and support local organizations like the GRFD Fire Prevention Foundation!

<h3>With an anticipated crowd of over 10,000 people, this event will bring together competitors from across the country to compete in the most recognized firefighter training course in the world, while working to educate and inspire current and future first responders!</h3><h3></h3><p><strong>Event Highlights</strong></p><ul><li>The <em><strong>Firefighter Challenge </strong></em>– Sworn firefighters in full bunker gear and civilian athletes complete in their divisions against the best of the best!</li></ul><ul><li>Family friendly activities and a <strong><em>Kid’s Challenge Course</em></strong>, presented by Meijer!</li></ul><ul><li>The <em><strong>Charity Relay Challenge </strong></em>– Businesses and non-profits run as a team on an adjusted course for the charity of their choice!</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Educational </strong>and <strong>Recruitment </strong>opportunities – Learn what it takes to become a member of the fire service!</li></ul><ul><li>A <strong>Beer City </strong>Tent and <strong>Food Trucks</strong>!</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>The Grand Rapids 2022 Firefighter Challenge fundraising goal is $150,000 through Sponsorship and In-Kind Donations. </h3><p>The funds raised will be used in the following ways:</p><ul><li>Directly support the 2022 Firefighter Challenge Event in GR.</li></ul><ul><li>Enable the GRFD Fire Prevention Foundation to support local fire safety educational programs provided through public school sessions, free smoke alarm installations, and community events.  </li></ul><ul><li>Promote fire service recruitment opportunities in West Michigan, and across the state, where there is an urgent need for dedicated, hard-working, and community driving individuals. </li></ul><ul><li>Support the First Responders Institute’s continued efforts to improve and maintain the health and well-being of first responders.</li></ul><h3>Click the green “Register” button to view sponsorship details before donating - or view our <a href="https://s3.amazonaws.com/tsresources.targetsolutions.com/AFFAD127-E06C-7A0B-A6BB-758F7FF08F56.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sponsorship Details</a> document first.    <strong>If you have any additional questions about becoming a sponsor</strong>, email us at GRFirefighterChallenge@grcity.us</h3><h3></h3><p><strong>Want to get involved another way?</strong> Offer an in-kind donation by emailing GRFirefighterChallenge@grcity.us, or <a href="https://fs21.formsite.com/rharrisgrcityus/dxucdlvrzd/index.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">volunteer at the event</a>!  </p><p></p><h3>Visit the <a href="https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Government/Departments/Fire-Department" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Grand Rapids Fire Department</strong></a><strong> </strong>page, under “<strong>2022 FIREFIGHTER CHALLENGE</strong>” to learn more, including how to sign up to compete! </h3>

<p>Sneak peak at a previous course run in the Relay Team Division!</p>

<p><strong></strong><a href="https://bit.ly/GRFC2022" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Grand Rapids 2022 Firefighter Challenge Facebook Event Page</strong></a><strong></strong></p>

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