Saluting Our Firefighting Heroes: Breakfast with the Brave
Thank You, Los Angeles Firefighters, for Protecting The Valley during the January Firestorms. Our Heroes!
Free Community Pancake Breakfast • Saturday, August 23, 2025
Hosted by the 818 Week Coalition & Community Partners
Who
The 818 Week Coalition, in partnership with IHOP, local businesses, faith leaders, neighborhood groups, and elected officials, invites all media outlets to cover a powerful community tribute:
“Saluting Our Firefighting Heroes – Breakfast with the Brave”
A free, family-friendly pancake breakfast and celebration honoring Los Angeles Firefighters who protected the San Fernando Valley during the devastating January 2025 firestorms.
What
Newsworthy visuals and interviews from a vibrant event that includes:
- Complimentary IHOP pancake breakfast
- Fire station tours & fire engine displays
- Disaster preparedness and health resources
- Live performances from youth and cultural groups
- Elected official appearances and community recognitions
- Kids’ Zone with activities and giveaways
- Vibrant sponsor booths and community partners
- Thank You Banner (community members will write messages to LAFD)
Confirmed Speakers & Guests
- CA State Senator Caroline Menjivar
- LA City Councilmember 6 Imelda Padilla
- LA City Councilmember 4 Nithya Raman
- LA City Councilmember 2 Adrin Nazarian
- San Fernando Mayor Mary Mendoza
- LAUSD School Board President Scott Schmerelson
