About Us
Learn more about Texas Fire Fighters Home
The Texas Fire Fighters Home (TFFH) began as a project of the Rotary Club of University Area Houston, which is proud to be the founding organization. TFFH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Through a collaborative effort of Rotarians in Rotary District 5890 and Rotary International, the Houston Fire Department, and the International Association of Fire Fighters, the dream of helping firefighters is slowly becoming a reality, with Phase One in full swing.
Firefighters face numerous dangers in their role as protectors of our population when dealing with fires and certain other catastrophes. In performing their job, they often receive broken bones, strains, and burns, and exposure to horrendous carcinogens. (It is this exposure to carcinogens which results in the primary and most deadly illness firefighters face—cancer).
When a diagnosis of cancer or some other major illness occurs, their doctors often refer them for treatment to the world-renowned Texas Medical Center (TMC), ranked as the top and the largest medical center in the world, and home to MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC). These treatments often require stays for days, weeks, or months and are usually done on an outpatient basis, which means the patient must find short-term lodging.
Lodging near TMC is expensive, and staying in cheaper accommodations usually requires long travel times in Houston’s heavy traffic. The further out you stay, the less expensive the accommodation. For firefighters receiving treatment and in their weakened condition, this is an added hardship.
Our Phases
Phase 1
The TFFH project provides short-term lodging in near proximity to TMC at little or no cost to firefighters and first responders. To that end, TFFH is currently leasing apartments at the Maroneal Apartments, located near TMC. These fully-furnished, one-bedroom apartments are provided to firefighters at a no cost other than the one-time, $150 cleaning fee per stay. Guests can stay as little as 3 days or as long as 90 days, for no additional cost.
Phase 2
The TFFH project is to build a small complex of its own. Rotary Clubs, firefighters, corporations (big and small), non-profit foundations and individuals are encouraged to be involved in the funding of the TFFH project. No donation is too small.
Our Core Values
Honor
We empower firefighters through resources, housing, and a strong support system, helping them recover and rebuild stronger than ever
Compassion
Providing a safe and welcoming space where firefighters and their families find comfort and healing
Integrity
Committed to transparency and dedication, always putting the needs of our heroes first
Support
Offering resources, housing, and a strong support system to help firefighters recover and rebuild
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The Texas Fire Fighters Home (TFFH) was founded by the Rotary Club of University Area Houston and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. With support from Rotary District 5890, the Houston Fire Department, Texas State Fire Fighters, and the International Association of Fire Fighters, TFFH is making its mission a reality.
Firefighters risk their lives daily, facing injuries and toxic exposure, with cancer being their deadliest threat. When diagnosed, many seek treatment at the Texas Medical Center (TMC), home to MD Anderson Cancer Center. These treatments often require extended stays, but lodging near TMC is costly, adding stress to an already difficult time.