DONATIONS
In the spirit of community, camaraderie, and public service, Rusty Iron has decided to donate a portion of profits to the foundations listed below. Each charity was hand selected based on their mission, services offered, and the demographic of people they help. Donations will be gathered from each order and submitted at the end of each month to the respective charities. We encourage you to read more about the charities below.
TOTAL DONATIONS TO DATE:
Eric Marsh Foundation: $131
The Yard Foundation: $105
Eric Marsh Foundation
The Eric Marsh Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was started in honor of Eric Marsh and Granite Mountain Hotshots. The Eric Marsh Foundation delivers vital financial assistance, emotional support, and mental health services to those affected by Line of Duty deaths, injury, and trauma. Eric Marsh was the Superintendent of Granite Mountain Hotshots when he tragically lost his life, along with 18 members of the hotshot crew, on the Yarnell Hill Fire in 2013. This organization was started in 2014 by Amanda Marsh, wife of Eric, as a way to honor the legacy of the 19 brave men who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of others. A portion of profits from all of our wildland themed products will be donated directly to this foundation. Click the link below for more information.
The Yard Foundation
The Yard Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides funding and assistance to firefighters, first responders, and their families. Started in 2015 from a firefighter training group on Facebook, this foundation was founded on the principle of “firefighters helping firefighters.” The Yard offers various types of support including, but not limited to: funeral costs, medical bill contributions, toy donation for children in the hospital, and much more. A portion of profits from all of our structure firefighter themed products will be donated directly to this foundation. Click the link below for more information about all their donation opportunities.
Phillip Campas Foundation
The Phillip Campas Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support to veterans, law enforcement, first responders, active duty military, and their families. Started in 2024 by Christina Campas, Phillip’s wife, and their three children, this foundation honors the legacy Phillip Campas started during his life. Phillip Campas was a 10 year combat veteran in the United States Marine Corps. Following his service to this country, he went on to serve his community through the Kern County Sheriff’s Department for 5 years. Phillip tragically lost his life on July 25, 2021 during a SWAT Operation Hostage Rescue. His selfless dedication to his country and his community is clear through the many accolades he earned as a United States Marine and a Kern County Sheriff Deputy. His family has created this amazing organization to continue the positive impact Phillip started during his life. Click the link below for more information on how to show your support.