Firefighters benevolent fund formed

Sept. 26 fundraiser planned to raise money to help meet Cheney community needs

The Cheney Firefighters Local 1919 may be a small union — just nine members — but they are looking to do big things, and soon.

The union has established the Cheney Firefighters Benevolent Fund, and is holding its inaugural Benevolent Fund Fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 26, to raise money to be able to provide for whatever community needs may arise. Cheney firefighter Lt. Chris Munoz said while the fund will be managed by the firefighters, it is separate from the union and as of July carries the appropriate 501 (c) 3 nonprofit status making donations tax deductible.

“Generally it takes about eight...

 

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