2024 Giving Impact Snapshot - Flipbook - Page 6
Emergency Preparedness and Safety
SHAPING THE FUTURE: SDG&E’S COMMITMENT
TO TRAINING TOMORROW’S FIREFIGHTERS
At SDG&E, we know that strong communities start with strong first
responders. That’s why we’re proud to support local fire academies
at Southwestern College (SWC), Palomar College, Miramar College,
Heartland Regional Fire Training Academy and the Women’s Fire
Prep Academy through our Emergency Preparedness and Safety
grant initiative. In 2024, we awarded over $1 million to 40+ nonprofit
organizations dedicated to strengthening the region’s emergency
response capacity. Together, we’re helping build a safer, more
resilient San Diego.
At SWC’s Basic Fire Academy, our support helps remove financial
barriers, allowing people with different backgrounds, experiences
and perspectives to have equal representation in the fire service.
“By purposefully broadening the diversity of
our firefighting student body, we pave the way
for hiring agencies to access a wider spectrum
of skills and perspectives in their personnel.”
— Lorraine Hutchinson, Director, SWC Fire Science Program
By funding essential training equipment like reusable fire shelters
at Palomar College and enhanced training resources at Heartland
Regional Fire Training Academy, students are gaining real-world
experience. Additionally, our partnership with the Women’s Fire
Prep Academy is empowering more women to step confidently
into fire service careers.
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As California faces evolving climate and wildfire challenges, SDG&E —
through education, training and financial support — is helping build
a stronger firefighting force that is more representative of the
communities they serve.
To learn more, visit our Emergency Preparedness and Safety page.
