To promote the on-going training and service programs of the Long Beach Fire Department and the City of Long Beach; to conduct fund raising events to support the activities of the service programs and to raise the public’s awareness of these services; to assist in the preparation and distribution of flyers, brochures and related material at community fairs, celebrations and public events; to strengthen communications between the community and the Department; support Department attendance and participation at community events; and support on-going community service programs. None of the activities of this corporation shall consist of functions intended to influence legislation or to intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.