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Provider Directory Now Available
Access the Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals to find local providers ready and equipped to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and their families.
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Webinar: Tips for the New Training Officer
Join the NVFC on January 14 at 1pm for a free webinar on bridging the gap between what you learned in fire instructor courses and the reality of leading a volunteer fire department training program.
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COVID-19 Resources for Emergency Responders
As the spread of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) continues, the NVFC has established a webpage with links to information and resources that are relevant to emergency responders.
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Special Opportunities for Volunteers
The NVFC and our partners offer special opportunities for members of the fire, EMS, and rescue services. See what grants, scholarships, giveaways, scholarships, training, and discounts are available.
LEARN MOREMajor Fire Service Organizations Call for Priority Access to COVID-19 Vaccines
Dec 1, 2020:
The International Association of Fire Chiefs, International Association of Fire Fighters, National Association of State Fire Marshals, and National Volunteer Fire Council urge governors and state...
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A Message from the NVFC Chaplain on Managing Holiday Stress
Nov 24, 2020:
By Chaplain John F. Long Jr.
The holiday season is upon us, but this year many of us will experience these celebrations in very different ways due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Years of traditions will be...
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NVFC Research Highlights Challenges and Solutions to Fire Service Retention
Nov 24, 2020:
An article in the November issue of the NFPA Journal highlights new retention research conducted by the NVFC that delves into why volunteers leave fire departments, the disconnect between why leaders...
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Support the NVFC On GivingTuesday
Nov 24, 2020:
GivingTuesday is December 1, and people from around the world will be supporting causes they believe in. It is our hope that the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) will be included on the list of...
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Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals Available
Nov 24, 2020:
Being a firefighter or EMS provider brings unique challenges that can impact behavioral health. The NVFC has created a Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals that lists local providers who...
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Leadership Lessons for Firefighters from a Baseball Legend
Nov 24, 2020:
NVFC Maryland Director David Lewis (left) and Cal Ripken Jr. (right).
Baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr. played 162 games a year and played every day for 17 years. This same kind of dedication and stamina...
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