Financial First Responder
Direct Giving Charitable Foundation
Grant Eligibility Criteria: A current or active sworn Agent or Officer in Federal Law Enforcement from: ATF, CBP, DEA, FBI, HSI, USSS, and USMS. Grants issued to Federal Agents as well as their spouse and/or children related to: line of duty deaths or injuries, serious and life threatening medical conditions, financial hardship and natural disasters.
2024 Grants Issued
DEA - An Agent tragically lost his life, a check was delivered to the family to cover funeral expenses.
HSI - An Agent suffered a major medical emergency, a check was delivered to the family to alleviate medical expenses.
HSI - A DSAIC unexpectedly lost his life, a check was delivered to the family to alleviate any financial burden they will encumber.
ATF - An Agent and his wife tragically lost their young child, a check was delivered to the family to aid them in their time of need.
Samples of Previous Grants Issued
Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms (ATF) Special Response Team (SRT) Operator
Wife suddenly fell ill and died of a previously undiagnosed heart disorder leaving him with their young daughter. Our grant was used to offset immediate expenses for her funeral and childcare.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Agent
Died within weeks of a kidney cancer diagnosis. His wife, also an FBI Agent, was provided a grant which was used towards their out of pocket hospital co-pays and his burial expenses.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Agent
Tragically committed suicide. A grant was provided to his widow and used towards his funeral expenses.
Deputy United States Marshal (DUSM)
Shot and killed executing a high risk arrest warrant. Our grant was used for his widow and children’s daily living expenses and to assist extended family members with their travel and lodging expenses.
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task Force Officer (TFO)
Five year old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia. Our grant was used for their out of pocket co-pays for her medical treatments.
Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
Agent died of 9/11 related cancer. A grant was provided to his widow for her daily living expenses and to be used for out of pocket medical bills.
United States Secret Service Senior Special Agent
USSS Seniors Special Agent passed away after a long battle with cancer. The grant funds were used toward his two children’s college education.
Since our inception, FEHSF has provided approximately $4 million in Grants to our heroes in Federal Law Enforcement.
Testimonials From Grant Recipients
“Thank you so much for your help through such a difficult time. This is an immense help for me and my family. This is a peace of mind and I can focus on recovering. We are eternally grateful”.
— U.S. Marshal, shot in the line of duty
“On behalf of my family and I, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for all your support during this very sad time. God Bless everyone who has assisted us.”
— Family of U. S. Marshal battling COVID in the ICU
“We are overjoyed with your kindness and generosity towards our family. Thank you so very much!”
— Wife of FBI Agent shot in the line of duty
“I can’t begin to express what your donation means to me and my family. More than monetary value, we so greatly appreciate the thought behind your generosity. Words fall short expressing our heartfelt gratitude but knowing that we have the support of people and organizations like yours means so much.”
— DEA Agent’s child went through multiple medical procedures
“I personally wanted to thank you for the support and the generous grant. This means a lot to my family and I”.
— U.S. Marshal shot in the line of duty
“I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation’s contribution to my son’s education. The federal law enforcement community’s support since my husband’s death has made it possible to allow him to pursue a secondary education. We are so thankful for this support.”
— Wife of fallen United States Secret Service Agent
“My appreciation cannot be put into words. Trying to navigate life without my husband will be difficult, but I need to carry on for my kids.”
— Family of ATF Agent killed in the line of duty
“My appreciation cannot be put into words. Trying to navigate life without my husband will be difficult, but I need to carry on for my kids”
— Wife of Fallen DEA Agent
“My family and I want to thank you and your people for your support during this inconvenient and difficult time we have experienced. Receiving this grant money will help us with some expenses we have encountered and we so appreciate your help”.
— DEA Agent lost home and possessions in a fire
For more information, please contact Ariel K. Grossman, Chief Administrative Office and Grants Coordinator.
Akg@fehsf.org | 561-703-4278