National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Fire service groups stress the importance of preserving access to the nation’s sacred memorial site as a partial government shutdown threatens to disrupt ceremonies honoring 204 fallen firefighters
The NFFF will honor fallen firefighters and mark the approaching 25th anniversary of 9/11 with special events at FDIC
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s “When the Sky Turned Black” captures the heroism of Plainfield firefighters and the lasting impacts of devastating distribution center blaze
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
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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
We asked current fire service leaders to spotlight the best of the best – those leaders, living or departed, whose influence is felt far and wide
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
How the NFFF sprang into action to serve New York City firefighters – and ultimately grew its mission
The video salute features footage from the ceremonial events from this year’s NFFF 40th Anniversary Memorial Weekend, honoring 215 firefighters
With the 2020 event canceled due to COVID, the 2021 return to Emmitsburg recognized two years of American fire service LODDs
The 2022 class includes individuals who have made significant contributions to the fire and emergency services and fire protection disciplines
The 40th annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend honored fallen firefighters from 2019 and 2020
The NFFF, industry leaders and other attendees share photos and videos from Emmitsburg, Maryland
We are thankful that the 9/11 stair climb events serve as a vehicle for firefighters across the country to gather and remember their fallen brothers
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