National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) honors and remember America’s fallen fire heroes, assists their survivors in rebuilding their lives, and works to reduce firefighter deaths and injuries. Since its creation by Congress in 1992, the Foundation has developed many programs honor our assist our fire hero families and the fire service community. The Foundation receives funding through private donations from caring individuals, organizations, corporations, and foundations.
As NFFF liaison to the FDNY, Minogue works to support firefighters and their families – and pay forward positivity
Leadership
Government officials hear testimonies about challenges involving recruitment, cancer, mental health, EVs, climate change and beyond
Leadership
Chief Dennis Compton was honored by the foundation for his leadership through critical moments for the foundation and the fire service
The nearly month-long online symposium will prioritize research topics that address emerging threats and support firefighter life safety initiatives
Firefighters know better than most the value of seatbelts, so why do some still fail to buckle up?
Detailing the principles of CRM and how checklists can help incident commanders maintain fireground safety
Aliza and Carson Devoe were granted the funding in light of the death of their father, Lt. Dennis Devoe, who died on the way to a March 2017 house fire caused by a hoverboard
The award recognizes individuals or organizations for their contributions to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s prevention and support missions
While COVID deaths will push 2020 counts high, “legacy” LODDs continue to drop
Sarbanes, 87, was a past chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus and a strong ally of the CFSI and NFFF
Even as the virus surges, testing our patience and sanity, we must push forward, as a vaccine will soon be available
62 firefighters died in the line of duty, with the leading cause of fatal injury being stress or overexertion
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation broadcast a video Sunday honoring 82 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2019 and 21 firefighters who died in previous years
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation invites communities to participate in “Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters” on the weekend of Oct. 4
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation will provide an opening ceremony video, printable honor badges and a digital bell for this year’s event
Considering the actions taken during a California wildfire that led to firefighters’ entrapment
Omaha Firefighter Drew Gerken was recognized for stepping up to help families recover after devastating fires
NFFF will broadcast a National Tribute to honor fallen firefighters on Oct. 4 and hold event in 2021
The eight annual stair climb, co-sponsored by Pierce and the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, will be held as a virtual fundraiser for the NFFF due to COVID-19
It is important to be diligent with donations to ensure your money goes to a good cause
Fire officers must be aware and vigilant of both issues as we provide professional and caring leadership in our departments
Fire and EMS leaders reflect on the grim milestone, as 29 fire service and 21 EMS members have died from the virus
Siarnicki: “Firefighters, EMTs and paramedics continue to answer the call as they do whenever there is a crisis”
The NAC ultimately determines the issues that CFSI addresses on Capitol Hill
The fire service looks to expanding PPE options for non-structural fire incidents
With funerals and memorials now delayed, held virtually or at a distance, we worry about the impact on grieving families
NFFF Connect is a new initiative by the foundation to share tools and resources to help manage the impact of COVID-19
Industry association websites, webinars and resources offer training, procedures and advocacy for their members on the front lines
A review of presidential milestone moments for the fire service – and how we can continue to advance the fire safety mission
The foundation welcomed six new appointees to help enhance its mission and create fire service connections
Organizations’ efforts help prevent firefighter families from facing unthinkable loss
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