The Maltese Cross Draws on a History of War, Charity and Firefighting

April 17, 2019

It’s the instantly recognizable symbol of the fire service. You’ll see it on our helmets and our trucks. It’s on our badges and our gear. And you don’t have to look far to find a firefighter with the symbol tattooed on their body. It’s a point of pride and a permanent reminder of the service and sacrifice the job requires.It’s the Maltese Cross.

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Introducing LION Action Blend: A Coffee to Support the Fight Against Cancer

April 09, 2019

It’s always been part of our mission to support wounded, ill or injured first responders. There’s one word that we hear much more than we’d like. Cancer. This vicious disease affects firefighters more than most — a 9% higher risk of diagnosis and a 14% higher death rate than the general public, according to the CDC/National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH). Help us fight back by ordering our new LION Action Blend, available today for the first time.

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A Q&A with Wired Cafe: Family, Food and Coffee

March 28, 2019

You already know you can get your favorite Fire Dept. Coffee from our website. And if you’re lucky, maybe it’s always brewing at your office or firehouse. But did you know that we also supply our coffee to cafes and coffeehouses? Wired Cafe in Rockford, Illinois, is a perfect example. They were one of our earliest supporters and remain one of our best customers. Crystal Douglas owns Wired Cafe and runs the business with her daughters, Shanna and Stefanie.

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