National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Communities across America united May 2-3 in honor of fire heroes lost in the line of duty
Donations made on NFFF’s Giving Day will be matched up to $25,000 to support fallen firefighters’ families and firefighter safety programs.
The proclamation honors firefighters who died in the line of duty and calls for U.S. flags to fly at half-staff on May 3
Call your senators about restoring the proposed $22 million in fire grant program cuts
Harrisonburg Fire Department shares how close they came to a LODD to help prevent something like it happening again
How the branches, groups and volunteers for the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend work together to support the families of fallen firefighters
The chief highlights the immense responsibility, plus the importance of support, that comes with his new role at the Foundation
Fire service leaders, families gather in Emmitsburg for the annual service
Watch this year’s tribute, which honors 79 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2022 and 65 firefighters who died in previous years
Honor guard members raised and lowered 144 U.S. flags over the National Fallen Firefighter Memorial
The organization is hosting public and private events in person and is offering ways to participate from anywhere
NFFF Managing Director Victor Stagnaro will lead the organization after Ron Siarnicki finishes his term
The flags, which have flown over the Capitol, will be given to the families of firefighters who died in the line of duty
With his retirement nearing, the NFFF’s executive director reflects on the Foundation’s evolution and the profound connections he’s made along the way
The Greater Tucson Fire Foundation is a nonprofit designed to respond to unmet needs of the firefighter community by facilitating access to wellness resources
In “Boyd Street,” those who were on scene recount the incident and the following months of recovery and departmental self-assessment
Recent actions (and cautious optimism) suggest a finely tuned performance ahead from our fire service organizations
Thousands attended events to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2021
“It was a beautiful ceremony, and we’re very proud to be here,” said widow Michelle Ruedy, expressing shared feelings
The “State of Science” event will feature presentations from fire service leaders detailing challenges and proposed solutions to the fire problems facing the nation
There’s no place for sweeping generalizations during go/no-go decisions on the fireground
Even as time and distance separate us from 9/11 and memories begin to fade, the NFFF remains committed to Never Forget fallen firefighters and their families
Even as we move further from 9/11, the need for support is ongoing for those fallen firefighter families and new ones every year
Cintas Corporation employees walk and stair climb to raise awareness of and funds for NFFF
The Rock symbolizes the dedication of the National Fire Academy – an important event in fire service history
The Foundation cited weather uncertainties and the possibility of government shutdowns in October as the reason for the shift
Reflecting on the pain of 10 killed in a hate-driven shooting, 100,000 dead of drug overdoses and 1 million lost to COVID-19
Learn who is eligible to receive PSOB benefits, how to appeal if your application was denied and how the program processes COVID-19-related claims
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation encourages fire departments and citizens alike to use red lights to honor and support firefighters
Sponsored by the CFSI and NFFF, the Sarbanes award recognizes organizations for outstanding contributions to firefighter health and safety
The Center is offering no-cost regional cancer seminars for firefighters
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