Mission Statement

Working Towards a Better Tomorrow

Our mission is to honor and empower veterans, first responders, and their families by providing essential resources, support, and community-building initiatives that foster resilience, restore hope, and strengthen the fabric of our community.

Meet The FireTeam

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Al Lacerda
President

An Iraq 2003 Marine Corps Veteran, Al is a producer at Bridgewater Tv and a graduate of Bridgewater State University with a BS computer science. Fire For Effect Foundation was started by Al to strengthen community bonds and find better and unique ways to support our veterans and first responders by operating outside the standard system, avoiding much of the red tape and time associated with seeking relief.

Paul Mulcahy
Vice President

Paul is the Owner of Black Hat Brew Works in Bridgewater. A long standing member of the Bridgewater community Paul has championed and supported many local causes. His background in food science and electronic engineering gave him the tools to open his business in 2015 and allowed him to turn Black Hat into a force for good.