Houston, TX

TEXAS FIRE FIGHTERS HOME

EIN 46-2549400

Justice, Rights & Public Safety Veterans & First Responders First responders

Mission

The Texas Fire Fighters Home provides short-term housing at little or no cost to firefighters and other first-responders while they are undergoing treatment at the Texas Medical Center (TMC).

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About TEXAS FIRE FIGHTERS HOME

The Texas Fire Fighters Home (TFFH) is a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit (founded as a project of the Rotary Club of University Area Houston) that provides temporary, fully furnished lodging near the Texas Medical Center for firefighters, first responders, and immediate family members who are receiving medical treatment. TFFH operates by leasing apartments close to the TMC (currently leasing units at the Maroneal Apartments) and offers stays generally ranging from a minimum of three days up to three months; policies and resident agreements were updated in 2024 to reflect current operations. The organization is volunteer-led and donor-funded, works in partnership with local Rotary clubs, fire organizations and first-responder networks, and has expanded its housing capacity in recent years to meet growing demand from affected firefighters and families.

Notable achievements

Founded and established (2013)

Originally launched as a project of the Rotary Club of University Area Houston, TFFH achieved tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status and built a formal program to place firefighters and first responders in low- or no-cost temporary housing while receiving care at the Texas Medical Center.

Program expansion — multiple apartments opened

Since founding the program, TFFH steadily increased its housing capacity and announced the opening of its 7th apartment in early 2026 to expand access for patients and caregivers traveling for treatment.

Sustained donor-funded operations (recent fiscal growth)

In recent annual filings the charity reported materially increased contributions and net assets that supported continued leasing and program delivery, enabling the organization to serve more first responders without establishing paid staff infrastructure.

At a glance

Total assets: $260K
Annual revenue: $250K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 46-2549400
Location: Houston, TX
Website: texasfirefightershome.org
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Operates as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is listed in public nonprofit records and donor platforms as an active charity serving firefighters and first responders.

Included among local lodging resources for Texas Medical Center patients and referenced by partner organizations (Rotary clubs and local fire-related groups) as a housing option for firefighters receiving treatment.

Has active community and Rotary club support, including recurring fundraising events and volunteer engagement (annual galas, open houses, and local club partnerships) to sustain its housing program.

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