Through the years, Florida’s firefighters have made great efforts to
raise money for our number one charity, The Muscular Dystrophy
Association.  During this time, we have met a very special young lady
who has helped us fight the fight to defeat neuromuscular diseases. 
Her name is Iris Roberts.

  This pass November, Miss Iris underwent extensive surgery to install
metal rods in her back to prevent the curvature of her spine and the
ever increasing pressure on her internal organs.  Iris is now
recovering at her home to Lake City.

  Upon returning home, it was noticed that there would need to be
improvements made to the home in order for Iris to maintain a decent
quality of life.  The entire home must now be remodeled so it is
handicap accessible.  The amount of the renovation is estimated to be
around $100,000.

  Florida’s Firefighters have stepped up to the plate and have started
“The Iris Project”, a program to renovate the home.  Many firefighters,
under the leadership of FPF 9th DVP Jim Tolley, have gathered supplies
and have offered to donate time to renovate the home.  To date, roughly
$7,000 of the estimated $100,000 has been raised.

  A website has been established for the Iris Project.  You can read
about Iris, send her an e-mail of support, and even donate a few
dollars to the cause.  You can access the site by clicking on the link
below.

  http://www.irisproject.org

  Please take the time to check out this site and support Iris.


  Thank you.
  Mark Treglio
  Director of Public Relations
  Jacksonville Association of Firefighters
  (904) 219-8657
  prlocal122@yahoo.com