Our Founders
Built by those who've lived it — firefighters, advocates, and families united by a single purpose: no firefighter faces cancer alone.
The Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation was built by people with deep roots in the fire service — men and women who understand the sacrifices firefighters make and the battles they face long after the flames are out. Our founders bring decades of experience, personal conviction, and an unshakeable commitment to the firefighting community.
Founder & Chairman
Roger Odachowski founded the Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation after his own battle with cancer — a diagnosis that became a turning point. Rather than step back, he stepped forward, determined that no firefighter or family would ever face life's toughest challenges alone.
Vice Chairman
Joshua Beck is a founding member of the Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation and a passionate advocate for the fire service. He is dedicated to building partnerships with companies, connecting firefighters and their families with valuable resources, and developing programs that support their well-being. Joshua is committed to advancing health and safety across the fire service.
Our Commitment
Every founder of this organization has a personal connection to the cause. Whether it's a brother lost to occupational cancer, a family left without support, or a career spent watching the system fail the people who protect our communities — we built this foundation because we know the cost of inaction. We are not bystanders. We are firefighters, advocates, and family members who refuse to accept the status quo.
The work of the Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation is only possible because of people who believe in the mission.