PebbleCreek residents share lunch, toys and safety with Goodyear Fire

More than 35 members of the PebbleCreek Ladies Who Lunch arrived at Goodyear Fire Station 185 with a full lunch spread to thank local firefighters and boxes of new toys for local families. The visit gave residents and firefighters time to connect and kick off the season of giving together.

During a brief lunch-and-learn, firefighters shared updates on Goodyear Fire Department emergency services, discussed future station growth and offered lithium-ion battery safety reminders. 

PebbleCreek Ladies Who Lunch is a social group that meets weekly, supports local restaurants, and organizes volunteer efforts that strengthen community ties, especially for neighbors who are new to the area.

Along with lunch, PebbleCreek Ladies Who Lunch delivered toy-drive donations, from dolls and games to sports equipment, to bolster the Fire Department’s annual holiday outreach. Firefighters will distribute the toys so Goodyear kids can look forward to a brighter season. The PebbleCreek Ladies Who Lunch group organized a similar effort last year and plans to keep service projects in their regular rotation.

“We’re incredibly grateful for our firefighters and all first responders—their service, their courage, and the safety they bring to our community,” said PebbleCreek Ladies Who Lunch’s Michele Madoski. “Bringing lunch and toys was a small way to show our appreciation and help the Goodyear Firefighters Charities spread joy to local kids.”

Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be made to any Goodyear Fire Stations. Goodyear Fire Charities will also be setting up a donation tent every Friday until Christmas at the Wigwam Resort, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd. in Litchfield Park.