EMS FDNY Help Fund

03/25/2026

Each year around Easter weekend, Edwin Wong—member of Queens Community Board 6 and Chair of the Veterans Affairs & Public Services Committee—partners with the FDNY Phoenix Society and the EMS FDNY Help Fund to recognize and give back to FDNY EMS stations that serve predominantly Asian communities across New York City.
 
This initiative is deeply personal. FDNY EMS members have cared for Mr. Wong’s family on multiple occasions—treating his parents when they fell ill, resuscitating his father when he stopped breathing, and providing compassionate care to his mother when she required emergency transport to the hospital.

In gratitude for the lifesaving work of our dedicated first responders, the Wong family continues this annual tradition to show appreciation to the EMS Stations who serve our communities every day.
 
This year marks the 7th Annual Easter Ice Cream Treat, donated by the Wong Family in memory of Thomas D. Wong and Winnie C. Wong, whose lives were touched by the care of the FDNY. With support from Chinatown Ice Cream Factory and in partnership with the FDNY Phoenix Society, the Wong Family will deliver ice cream treats to three FDNY EMS stations:
FDNY EMS Battalion 4 – Lower East Side / Chinatown (Manhattan)
FDNY EMS Station 45 – Woodside, Queens
FDNY EMS Station 46 – Elmhurst, Queens
 
The Wong Family also welcomes donations to the EMS FDNY Help Fund in memory of Thomas D. Wong and Winnie C. Wong, or in honor of anyone you wish to remember.
https://givebutter.com/WongTribute
 
Additional background:
https://www.amny.com/lifestyle/queens-activist-gives-back-in-a-sweet-way-to-life-saving-first-responders/

02/26/2026

Save the Date for 2026 EMS FDNY Help Fund Golf Classic
Monday, June 22nd at the beautiful Oyster Bay Golf Course - Registration opens March 16th!
https://givebutter.com/c/EMSClassic

09/03/2025

After making millions in a job he came to hate, Jonathan Kleisner joined the Fire Department as a rookie paramedic at the age of 41. Now he’s determined to be the best rescue medic anywhere.

08/22/2025

Support for FDNY EMT Frederick Benjamin – Station 43 Coney Island - Currently Battling Lymphoma

The EMS FDNY Help Fund is reaching out on behalf of our brother, EMT Frederick Benjamin of Station 43, who is currently battling lymphoma. Fred has been receiving intensive treatment and care at Maimonides Medical Center.

Recently, Fred was readmitted to the ICU due to complications from his ongoing cancer treatments. His condition remains serious but stable, and he continues to fight with strength and courage.

To help ease the burden on Fred and his family, we are now actively seeking donations to assist with ongoing medical and family expenses.

Fred and his wife, Ashley , and their entire family are grateful for all the support shown so far. Visitation will be arranged when Fred gets stronger. We will share updates as they become available.

Despite the challenges ahead, his family remains optimistic and strong. Let’s rally behind one of our own and show EMT Benjamin the strength and solidarity of our FDNY family. https://givebutter.com/frederickbenjamin

10/28/2024

Thank you for your Service FDNY EMS! And thank you to all our Nation’s First Responders!

09/25/2024

Support for EMT Alexander Angerville’s Recovery - Suffered a stroke while pursuing his Medic Basic Training

Pictured above is EMT Alexander Angerville with his daughter, Samia and his son, Ryan.

Carl Gandolfo of Local 2507 and Paramedic Juan Lebron of Station 58 have asked our EMS FDNY Help Fund to provide a location for donations to EMT Alexander Angerville’s recovery from a stroke.  Paramedic Lebron advises that Alexander Angerville was able to stand on his own yesterday, September 23rd.

All donations will go towards the recovery, and the EMS FDNY Help Fund will partner with the Family Assistance Unit, the Angerville Family and Local 2507 to provide additional support.
 
Thank you.

https://givebutter.com/Angerville

09/24/2024

Support for EMT Alexander Angerville's Recovery
Suffered a stroke while pursuing his Medic Basic Training
Pictured above is EMT Alexander Angerville with his daughter, Samia and his son, Ryan.

Carl Gandolfo of Local 2507 and Paramedic Juan Lebron of Station 58 have asked our EMS FDNY Help Fund to provide a location for donations to EMT Alexander Angerville's recovery from a stroke. Paramedic Lebron advises that Alexander Angerville was able to stand on his own yesterday, September 23rd.

All donations will go towards the recovery, and the EMS FDNY Help Fund will partner with the Family Assistance Unit, the Angerville Family and Local 2507 to provide additional support.

Thank you.

Suffered a stroke while pursuing his Medic Basic Training

08/12/2024

https://www.brooklynpaper.com/sunset-park-dragons-den-mural-emt/

This excellent article about the community mural also covers a lot of the issues we are facing in EMS.

Paramedics and elected officials gathered at EMS Station 40 in Sunset Park, known as the "Dragon's Den," on Aug. 8 for the unveiling of the station's new