Category: Fundraiser

Clifton FMBA 21 Showcases Culinary Skills at Cooked & Uncorked 2025

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On February 24, 2025, four members of Clifton FMBA 21 put their cooking talents to the test at the annual State FMBA Cooked & Uncorked Event at Pines Manor in Edison, NJ. Representing Clifton were Michael Andrade, Salvatore Guardascione, Michael Cromey, and Tyler Czupak, who served up a delicious brisket with cornbread and a spiced BBQ sauce.

This highly anticipated event brings together firefighters from across New Jersey to showcase their culinary skills while supporting the NJ FMBA Foundation and the Burn Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Clifton’s team demonstrated both their teamwork and passion for great food, making their department proud.

Congratulations to our Clifton FMBA 21 members for their participation and dedication!

Toys for Tots – Toy Drive

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Toys for Tots – Annual Toy Drive

Clifton FMBA 21 is proud to announce our Annual Toy Drive in partnership with Toys for Tots! Starting November 29th through December 20th, we’ll be collecting new, unwrapped toys to bring holiday joy to children in need.

Your generosity helps brighten the season for so many families in our community. Thank you for your continued support in making the holidays magical for every child!

2024 Clifton Fire Pet Food Drive

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It’s that time of year! The 2024 Clifton Fire Department Pet Food Drive begins today!

You can drop off dog and cat food donations in the bin on the front porch of Clifton Fire HQ (the yellow house on City Hall property). For easy and convenient ordering, scan our Amazon Wishlist QR code, which also includes some extra special supplies for the animals.

Let’s STOCK THE PANTRY SHELVES and make this a WARM & COZY season for the shelter animals!

All items will be included in our 12th Annual Holiday Delivery, scheduled for December 2024.

Please feel free to share this flyer with friends and family. Thank you to everyone supporting the Clifton Animal Shelter!

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Clifton Firefighter’s Foundation – 1st Golf Outing – 2024

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The First Annual Clifton Firefighter’s Foundation Golf Outing was a massive success! It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and camaraderie as members of our department, retirees, and neighboring fire/police departments came together.

This premier event not only delivered a day of spirited competition, fun, and mingling but also supported a noble cause. All proceeds will benefit the Foundation’s mission as a 501c3 Non-Profit, which passionately supports various charitable organizations throughout the City of Clifton.

Attendees enjoyed perfect weather, challenging holes, and the chance to catch up with old friends while meeting new ones. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our generous sponsors who made this day possible. Be sure to scroll through the event photos and relive the memorable moments from this incredible day!

Special thank you to all of our sponsors and volunteers!

For more, visit our Golf Outing page.

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FMBA 21 Winter Coat Drive

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Do you have a coat that doesn’t fit? Or one that you just don’t wear? Donate your new coats, old coats, and warm coats for both adults and children to help keep someone else warm this winter. The coats will be cleaned and distributed to Clifton charities, residents and families in need. We thank Deluxe Cleaners and Saveway Cleaners for donating their laundering services and we thank you for your generosity to help keep others warm this winter season!

Donation drop-offs can be made at any Clifton firehouse. Our locations are below:

Clifton Fire Station 1, 69 1st Street, Clifton, NJ 07011 

Clifton Fire Station 2, 7 Dumont Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

Clifton Fire Station 3, 180 Mahar Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

Clifton Fire Station 4, 144 Main Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07014

Clifton Fire Station 5, 51 Brighton Road, Clifton, NJ 07012

Clifton Fire Station 6, 1202 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

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NJ Firemen’s Home Golf Outing 2024

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Clifton FMBA 21 participated in the NJ Firemen’s Home Golf Outing and proudly sponsored a hole during the event. This fundraiser supports the NJ Firemen’s Home located in Boonton, NJ, which serves as a residence for 80 career and volunteer firefighters. The home offers essential care for residents who require assistance due to age, special needs, or lack of family support. The NJ firemen’s home also includes a small museum displaying equipment, photos, and memorabilia from around the entire state.

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Unity Summer Fundraiser

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FMBA 21 proudly supports the Unity Summer Fundraiser at School 4. This event brings together the school community to raise funds for essential educational resources and extracurricular programs. By partnering with School 4, FMBA 21 demonstrates its commitment to fostering unity in our community.

Food Drive 2024

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During May, FMBA 21 set up collection points at all Clifton fire stations to gather non-perishable foods for St. Peter’s Haven. Thank you Brother Steve Turi for arranging this fundraiser.

Founded in 1986 as a ministry of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Clifton, Saint Peter’s Haven is a non-sectarian 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to feeding the hungry and aiding the homeless.

Saint Peter’s Haven offers services focused on supplemental food assistance, transitional housing, and casework services, helping families maintain a sense of normalcy and empowerment as they navigate challenging times. We collaborate with other social services to ensure families receive all available benefits, including veteran benefits, housing and food subsidies, and cash assistance.

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Tank Pull 2024

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Our FMBA 21 Tank Pull team for 2024 made a strong showing today, demonstrating our commitment to supporting this annual event and our veterans. With pride, we unveiled our new tent, a valuable addition for our future community engagements. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us, engaging in conversations and showing their support. The Tank Pull Challenge symbolizes resilience, pushing participants to defy the odds by moving an 80,000-pound tank on a flatbed truck. It’s a rallying cry to embrace the challenge and conquer the seemingly impossible. Participation in this competition not only honors our veterans, especially those wounded in combat, but also ensures their sacrifices are remembered and respected.

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Power of One BBQ

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Today, Clifton FMBA 21 and Clifton PBA 36 joined forces with Kim Castellano of Power of One Ministries to prepare a delicious meal for the senior citizens at Evergreen Manor, situated at 50 Sade Street. The event was a resounding success, with all seniors thoroughly enjoying both the food and the camaraderie of Clifton’s dedicated police officers and firefighters.

Power of One is a 501(c)(3) public charity with a mission to support seniors, veterans, the disabled, and families with children. Our team is dedicated to combating poverty through initiatives such as Personal Development programs, Wellness Workshops, and the provision of valuable resources aimed at empowering families and individuals toward self-sufficiency. For further details, please visit our website: https://powerofoneccom.org/