Why We Do This Work – The Art of Fire Prevention

Why We Do This Work – The Art of Fire Prevention is authored by David Barrett, Managing Director of The Safe Community Project and Executive Officer of MySafe:LA. We’re often asked, “why do you do this work?” Everyone appreciates the importance of fire prevention, but why would someone get involved with the fire service when there […]

MySafe:LA Announces Fall Fire Safety Schedule

MySafe:LA, a unit of The Safe Community Project is preparing its fall fire safety schedule for LA area schools. The program, developed in conjunction with the LAFD and focusing on standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and The Home Safety Council, is aimed at teaching children about fire safety. “We are looking […]

Pau Gasol Joins MySafe:LA as Ambassador

Pau Gasol, the big man who helped the Los Angeles Lakers achieve back to back championships has joined MySafe:LA and the LAFD as an Ambassador for Children. He will participate in the creation of several Public Service Announcements with Fire Chief Millage Peaks, as well as visiting schools in support of MySafe:LA instructors and firefighters. […]

The MySafe:LA Story and Fire Safety

The Story of MySafe:LA, as shared by Executive Officer David Barrett. The concept for MySafe:LA originated in the 1960s. I was a student at Warner Avenue Elementary School, and our local fire company, Engine 71 came to the school to teach us about fire safety. The program was called the Jr. Fireman Program. As students, […]

About Our Directors

As a new organization, we are asked about our directors. Shortly, we’ll be adding a section to the website that will highlight our Directors and key staff/contractors. For now, let’s introduce you to a few of them, and explain their involvement in this important program. David Barrett – With a long background in brand development, […]

Welcome to The Safe Community Project

Welcome! The Safe Community Project has just received its IRS Determination Letter. Effective February 11, 2010, The Safe Community Project is a registered 501 (c) (3) Public Benefit Charity California Corporation. Our mission is to create fire and life safety education programs, and to change people’s behavior relative to those threats. Our initial project has […]