The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association
“Our mission is to support underserved Fire Explorers and Cadets by providing scholarships, equipment purchasing financial aid, and other financial assistance to programs and individuals.”
The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association is a non-profit organization started by Kevin Woyjeck’s parents, Joe and Anna Woyjeck. It was founded as a way to honor and carry on Kevin’s 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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December 17, 2025
(The 102nd birthday of the LA County Fire Department)
Anna and I made the trek to Downtown Los Angeles to answer questions from representatives of the LA County Board of Supervisors as we near completion of a partnership agreement between the County of Los Angeles Fire Department and the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association.
This is an agreement we’ve been working toward for nearly a year. At this meeting we were fortunate to be first on the agenda and even more fortunate that there were no questions. That’s usually a good thing… I think.
The next step is for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to vote on the agreement at an upcoming Board meeting.
Our partnership with the County is a natural one. Kevin and Bobby loved being LA County Fire Explorers, and with 10 million people in LA county this partnership will allow us to better support underserved young adults who are pursuing a future in the fire service.
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I love you two and the work you do. From the ❤️.
Joe, you guys are amazing.
1000% support this program - this is our best hope for the future of the fire service as we know it
Outstanding !!!
Everything is going to be ok…🚒
Such important work, my brother, Godspeed, and God bless your vision. 🙏 merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family.
Great work moving forward for our fire future involving youth!!🙏👍🎈❤️
Strong work, Wojo !
Hopefully a partnership that will benefit many !!! Congrats Joe and Anna!!
Awsome!!!
Way to go, your great work continues!
I have such admiration for you two. Absolutely indefatigable. Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you and your family.❤️
It is amazing the number of people you two touch and love. Hugs
Good Job. Keep up the good work.
Very cool! God Bless you Both !
Here’s to a great partnership.
So impressed! You are making such a positive difference!
Good job kids. You make us all proud.
Merry Christmas, Joe, Anna and family. You have been so blessed with the desires of your hearts, the love, the contacts and seemingly boundless energy in honoring Kevin's legacy. So precious a thing to watch the organization grow to touch so, so many. With much love and admiration always, Lynn Thornton.
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Honored to speak at the El Camino Fire Academy Class 165 graduation today and present the Kevin Woyjeck Top Recruit Award to Recruit Weaver.
Kevin was a proud member of Class 134, and supporting future firefighters through moments like this is at the heart of our mission.
Congratulations to the entire class — we’re proud of you.
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I really appreciate these recruits fir deciding to become firefighters....it is n honorable position... Joe probably had a lot to say about inspiration and dedication and loyalty and bravery....he knows ...
Nice Joe. And congrats to Recruit Weaver —- BTW, no relation to me.
Way yo go, Joe! And Academy class 165! Onward and upward!
Great honor for Recruit Weaver and Kevin.
Congratulations
Joe, you're tireless!!!! I know you'll keep up the good work! Luv ya like a brotha, Trigger
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Take Two!
While filming in Arizona, Bourke spent the day at Wildlife World Zoo for the Red & Blue Fire and Police Appreciation event — and it turned into the perfect moment to announce our Hollywood Giveaway winner, John Lopez.
A heartfelt thank-you to Jessie Keller @jessiekeller24, who invited KWEFLA to be part of this special day, and to Fire Captain Jesse Nettles and his family for representing us with so much heart. And of course, a big shoutout to Crockett, the very talented sea lion who stole the show.
Bourke — thank you for continuing to show up for us in such meaningful ways. Your support has helped us share Kevin’s story farther than we ever imagined.
The year isn’t over yet, and there’s still time to make a donation to support Fire Explorers and Cadets.
All donation info is in our bio.
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Bourke Floyd @bourke_floyd managed to turn Fan Fest into another Hollywood moment — this time teaming up with actor Noel Gugliemi @actornoelg (Fast & Furious) to help announce our giveaway winner. Only Bourke could make a simple video feel like a scene from a movie.
Huge congratulations to John Lopez!
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He’s not from Temecula He was born in East LA 😃
Another behind-the-scenes moment from Bourke and the Hackjob team. As he says… if you win this Hollywood Experience, anything can happen!
We’re so grateful to Bourke and the entire crew for helping us amplify Kevin’s story and support young Fire Explorers following the same path he once did.
The giveaway is open until Friday at 12 PM PST.
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Another behind-the-scenes moment from Bourke and the Hackjob team. As he says… if you win this Hollywood Experience, anything can happen! We’re so grateful to Bourke and the entire crew for helping us amplify Kevin’s story and support young Fire Explorers following the same path he once did. The giveaway is open until Friday at 12 PM PST. Donate or enter free — all details are in our bio.
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Another behind-the-scenes moment from Bourke and the Hackjob team. As he says… if you win this Hollywood Experience, anything can happen!
We’re so grateful to Bourke and the entire crew for helping us amplify Kevin’s story and support young Fire Explorers following the same path he once did.
The giveaway is open until Friday at 12 PM PST.
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You all showed up yesterday — thank you!
The donations, entries, and shares have been amazing, and we are just getting started.
Reminder:
The Hollywood Experience Giveaway with @bourke_floyd Bourke Floyd is still open until Friday at noon (PST) — so keep donating, keep entering, and keep spreading the word. 📣
Every single dollar helps Fire Explorers and Cadets get the training, gear, and support they need to chase their dream careers in the fire service.🚒
We can’t thank you enough.💜
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Today is Giving Tuesday, and we’re honoring Kevin Woyjeck by lifting up the young people following the same path he once walked.
Kevin loved being a Fire Explorer. It gave him purpose, direction, and a community that helped shape the firefighter and the man he became. After losing him in the Yarnell wildfire, our family created the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association to continue the work Kevin cared so deeply about.
Every donation today helps Fire Explorers and Cadets who need support with:
• Gear and uniforms
• Training and equipment
• Scholarships
• Program fees
• Real mentorship from working firefighters
These are the things that helped Kevin find his calling. And because of your support, young people across the country get the same chance.
If you would like to give today, or enter our Hollywood Experience Giveaway with actor and friend Bourke Floyd @bourke_floyd , all links and entry information are in our bio.
Thank you for keeping Kevin’s spirit alive through opportunity, generosity, and hope.
We are grateful for every single one of you.
Love, The Woyjeck Family💜
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On set with Bourke while he films Hackjob. A couple of days in Hollywood with this dude? Yeah… it’s going to be epic.
We’re beyond grateful he’s taking the time to support the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association and help us share Kevin’s story.
Want to enter the Hollywood Experience Giveaway?
The donation link and the email for free entry are both in our bio.
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