Frazer is proud to help sponsor the Guns and Hoses Charity Boxing Tournament—frequently marketed as the “Battle of the Badges“—is a highly anticipated annual sports fundraiser. The event showcases a spirited, long-standing rivalry by pitting local police officers (“guns”) against firefighters and EMTs (“hoses”) in the boxing ring. Months of rigorous physical training culminate in a series of intense, three-round amateur matches. Competitors from both sides put their pride, bragging rights, and a traveling championship belt on the line.
While the action in the ring is fiercely competitive, the event’s ultimate mission is rooted in deep community support and philanthropy. Major chapters across the country use the immense popularity of these fight nights to generate hundreds of thousands of dollars. A primary objective of the event is to provide critical, immediate financial assistance to the families of first responders killed in the line of duty. Organizations utilize these funds to support surviving spouses and dependents, and to fund local children’s health charities. Backed by packed arenas, raucous crowds, corporate sponsorships, and charity auctions, the tournament acts as a vital bridge. It unites the public with their local heroes to honor the daily sacrifices of first responders.
