03/26/2026
Manvel VFD Received Grant from Fire House Subs Public Safety Foundation
As first responders continue serving Manvel and the surrounding area, it is essential that Manvel Volunteer Fire Department has the tools needed to respond effectively in emergencies. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® has recognized this need and recently awarded the department a $17,388 grant to purchase 46 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Face Masks and accessories.
The new SCBAs will replace end of life equipment and increase the number of breathing devices available. This equipment is basic life support for first responders. The increased number will strengthen emergency response efforts and improve outcomes when seconds matter most.
“We are extremely grateful to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation and our local Firehouse Subs® restaurant in Manvel, Texas, for this vital support,” said Ricky Burleson, Fire Chief of the Manvel Volunteer Fire Department. “Having reliable, up-to-date equipment enhances our ability to protect lives and better serve our community.”
For more than 20 years, charitable donations have powered the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation’s mission to support first responders and public safety organizations nationwide. Since 2005, the Foundation has awarded more than 7,100 grants totaling over $105 million to public safety organizations.
To learn more or support the mission, visit any Firehouse Subs restaurant or the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation website at FirehouseSubsFoundation.org.
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About Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®
Established in 2005 by the founders of Firehouse Subs®, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing lifesaving equipment, prevention education, scholarships and continued education, and disaster relief to first responders and public safety organizations, as well as support for military veterans.
Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $105 million to hometown heroes in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Support for Canadian first responders is provided through the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada®. The Foundation holds a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the organization’s highest designation. More than 70% of funds raised come directly from the generosity of Firehouse Subs guests and the restaurant brand.