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The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association
βOur mission is to support underserved Fire Explorers and Cadets by providing scholarships, equipment purchasing financial aid, and other financial assistance to programs and individuals.β
The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association is a non-profit organization started by Kevin Woyjeckβs parents, Joe and Anna Woyjeck. It was founded as a way to honor and carry on Kevinβs legacy after his line of duty passing, battling the Yarnell, AZ wildfire on June 30th, 2013, alongside 18 crewmates. KWEFLA helps young men and women successfully participate in fire career related explorer and cadet programs, just like Kevin did himself. Kevin truly enjoyed the explorer program and what it had to offer him in reaching his dreams.
Our organization gives fire explorer and fire cadet programs and disadvantaged youth access to tools that help them follow their career goals, while shadowing real firefighters volunteering their time to teach and pass on knowledge. It fosters a priceless on-hand learning environment.
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Support from the community, public and private sector is essential to our ability to support fire explorer and cadet programs and disadvantaged youth from across the country. To date, we’ve been able to donate resources and funds across the country. Please consider making a monetary contribution by clicking the link below.
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Helping Tulsa Tech Rebuild β In Kevinβs Memory
A devastating tornado struck Tulsa Tech, leaving its Fire Technology program completely destroyed. Forty high school Fire Tech students lost all of their training gear and equipment, and damaging the campus so bad that it forced the entire program to relocate to another campus just to continue their education.
As Kevin Woyjeckβs birthday approaches on September 5, we can think of no better way to honor him than by helping young people who share the same dream Kevin had, to become a first responder and serve their communities.
The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association is proud to provide a $10,000 donation to help these 40 students and their program rebuild.
$10,000 is a lot of money but with the magnitude of the damage it is just a drop in the fire bucket.
Kevin would have turned 35 this September 5. In my mind he will always be 21β¦.His legacy continues every time we help another young person take a step forward toward a career as a public servant, and even if for some reason they donβt end up as first responder they can take the lessons learned with them wherever life takes them.
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Thank you to all of our supporters!
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August 23,2026
Only 20 days until the big event. We have about 10 spots left!.
Donβt miss out, itβs a blast at a great location for an incredible cause!!!
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Anna and I were truly humbled to travel to Honolulu after being invited to attend the dedication and blessing of KaΚ»imiΚ»Δina, the new 15-passenger van for the Honolulu Fire Department Explorer Program. The name KaΚ»imiΚ»Δina reflects the spirit of seeking knowledge, purpose, and connection to the community values that align perfectly with the mission of the Explorer Program. Thanks to our dedicated donors, The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association was honored to donate $30,000 toward the purchase of this vehicle, helping support the next generation of firefighters.
The trip was made possible through our own personal funds, not Association funds, as we simply wanted to be there to witness this special occasion and celebrate this important milestone with the Honolulu Fire Department Explorer Κ»ohana.
The blessing ceremony was incredibly moving, with approximately 40 to 50 firefighters, department members, family members, and guests in attendance. The traditions of the Honolulu Fire Department run deep, and it was an honor to experience their culture, pride, and commitment to service firsthand. Watching KaΚ»imiΚ»Δina officially welcomed into the Explorer family through a traditional Hawaiian blessing made the day even more meaningful.
A very special thank you to Kela Hansen for the invitation, your warm hospitality, and for the incredible job you are doing with the Honolulu Fire Explorers. Your dedication to mentoring and developing the next generation of firefighters is inspiring, and we are honored that the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association could play a small part in supporting your outstanding program.
Mahalo to everyone who welcomed us with such warmth and aloha. We returned home with full hearts, grateful for the friendships we made and inspired by the traditions, values, and spirit of the Honolulu Fire Department and its Explorer Program. We know KaΚ»imiΚ»Δina will serve countless young men and women for years to come as they prepare to become tomorrowβs firefighters.
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What an amazing accomplishment. Thanks you for all you do!β€οΈ
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Canβt attend our Ballast Point Event?
Thereβs still a meaningful way to help. β€οΈ
Support our future by helping equip the next generation of fire explorers and cadets. A $150.00 donation helps cover a pair of boots for a future firefighter, giving a young cadet the gear they need to succeed.
This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and a meaningful way to honor Kevin and the Granite Mountain Hotshots.
π₯Ύ One pair. π§βπ One cadet. π₯ One future.
We are so grateful for the support of our community. Because of you, we have been honored to help so many explorer and cadet programs, and we could not do this work without you.
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This event always sells out quicklyβand for good reason! Join us for a super fun afternoon celebrating Kevinβs birthday with great food, live music, cold beer, and beautiful views at Ballast Point Long Beach, all while supporting an incredible cause.
Only 200 tickets are available, so donβt wait, sign up through the link in our bio!
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Sunday, September 13 | 2β6 PM
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7/12/2026
On Thursday night I received the devastating news that our friend Randy Mantooth had passed.
I will keep this short.
To the world, Randy was Randolph Mantooth, the actor who brought firefighter/paramedic Johnny Gage to life on EMERGENCY! and inspired generations to enter the fire service and EMS. To us, he was simply our friend Randy.
Randy knew Kevin, Bobby and Maddie since they were very young. Randy was always there for our family. He never stopped supporting firefighters and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.
We will miss him immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rest easy friend, thank you for the laughs. Give Kevin a hug for us.
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7/12/2026
On Thursday night I received the devastating news that our friend Randy Mantooth had passed.
I will keep this short.
To the world, Randy was Randolph Mantooth, the actor who brought firefighter/paramedic Johnny Gage to life on EMERGENCY! and inspired generations to enter the fire service and EMS. To us, he was simply our friend Randy.
Randy knew Kevin, Bobby and Maddie since they were very young. Randy was always there for our family. He never stopped supporting firefighters and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.
We will miss him immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rest easy friend, thank you for the laughs. Give Kevin a hug for us.
Services are pending,
Cards can be sent to
LA County Fire Museum
9834 Flora Vista st
Bellflower CA
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He will be missed. Condolences to you, Joe.
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Legendary picture!
Such a TERRIBLE loss. Just stunned. It really affected me when the news was shared. May his memory be eternal.
RIP Randy, thoughts and prayers with your loved ones π
R.I.P. Randy Mantooth It is because of you, that I and so many others, are who we are. Paramedic Rescue 101 song youtu.be/M_kd08I3x7w?is=j4C6qM7d2Ne7LWkv
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Emergency had more impact on any service provide by government than most any other program... it had an incredible impact on the fire service as well as the population in general.. the Paramdics provided people across the country with life saving medical care.... and Randolph Mantooth played huge role in moving the paramedic programs forward...
Great picture πππ
He was a good man... God Bless him and his family....
RIP Randolph.
You will be deeply missed, RIP
I sent a card July 11, 2026 π π
Sounds like he was a really good human.
He was so great on Emergency. I still watch it 61 years later. He did make a huge impact on the Firefighter and EMT world!!!! You will definitely be missed by manyπ
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So very sorry for the loss of your friend. May the impact he had during his time on this earth continue to positively impact the lives of others.
Beautiful tribute to Randy β€οΈππ
Great picture!
RIP Johnny Gage squad 51kmg365. RIPβοΈ Randy Mantooth πRIP π
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Rest in peace Randolph mantooth 2026
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Yesterday we remembered.π
Today we continue Kevinβs legacyπ
Save the Date - KWEFLA Fundraiser
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Need my 2026 shirt!
Sharing here in CA
Excellent.
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