There is a type of person who does not focus on themselves, then they make a career of it. They are not about doing for themselves. They are about doing things for everyone around them. Be they friends or strangers, these people are "wired up" to give to others. 

The service they give goes well beyond the strict confines of law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency medical service. If a search and rescue operation is necessary, they'll be there. If some unknown danger occurs, they will run to it. If children need cheering up, they will flash their lights (sometimes every night) Good Night Lights - A Magic Minute To Brighten Spirits. 

They, these first responders, do not ask things for themselves. Their attitude points to those around them. Their lives are not complete unless they give to others. This Rhode Island made item from Made From RI, the First Responders Commemorative Ornament, is for them.