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NVFC
OCTOBER 8, 2024
When a disaster strikes, volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel are quick to respond – risking their safety to protect and assist others. The Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund relies entirely on donations, 100% of which go to responders in need. Applications must be received within 60 days of when the incident occurred.
ESO
JANUARY 31, 2024
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a spotlight on the critical issue of increased cancer risk among firefighters, along with the importance of effective safety and preventive measures to reduce exposure to cancer-causing carcinogens. One of the biggest long-term risks for firefighters is cancer.
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NVFC
OCTOBER 22, 2024
International collaboration in the firefighting community is vital for enhancing skills, sharing knowledge, and fostering global relationships. This event brought together volunteer firefighters from across Greece, facilitating camaraderie and shared experiences.
NVFC
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The application period for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) is now open. The post Apply for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council. Departments can apply for funding to purchase necessities such as gear, equipment, vehicles, and training.
NVFC
MAY 7, 2024
“I remember being very little, kindergarten or first grade, and having the fire department come to the school and me telling a firefighter that I was going to be a firefighter one day — and him laughing at me and telling me girls could not be firefighters,” Sokol says. That did not go over very well.” How wrong he was.
NVFC
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community By Larry Conley The American firefighter has many faces and backgrounds. Though the paid firefighter receives the most attention through media, movies, etc., most firefighters in America are volunteers. The numbers are less in the volunteer rural communities.
NVFC
JUNE 4, 2024
By David Cook, FirstNet Authority Senior Public Safety Advisor Volunteer firefighters are the heart of our nation’s fire services community. Answering more calls with fewer personnel Firefighting ranks among the most demanding and dangerous volunteer roles, which can make it hard to find volunteers willing to take on the challenge.
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