Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
The LAFD Foundation supports the LAFD in protecting life, property, and the environment by providing essential equipment, training, and public outreach programs, including L.A. youth-focused initiatives, to supplement city resources.
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LIVE ·2024 Grants Challenge·🎉 2024 Goldhirsh Foundation WinnerLAFD Advanced Provider Response Unit (APRU)
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) is one of the largest fire departments in the nation, serving over four million people within a 471 square-mile jurisdiction. Despite its size, the department faces significant needs, particularly in managing the high volume of emergency medical calls—over 500,000 annually. To address this, the LAFD has implemented the innovative program of Advanced Provider Response Units (APRUs) to provide on-site treatment for low-acuity emergencies, reducing the strain on emergency rooms and improving patient care.