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Dec
11
Roundtable Talk – From Search to Submission: Navigating the Grant Process

December 11

Grants can provide vital support for volunteer fire and EMS departments, helping to fund everything from training and equipment to community programs. However, finding the right opportunity and submitting a

Dec
13
In-Person – Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services & Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success

December 13

Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services: Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission, improve member satisfaction, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles, qualities, ethics,

Dec
13
In-Person – Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success

December 13

The NVFC published the textbook Volunteer Fire Service Culture – Essential Strategies for Success as a guide to fire service leaders who desire to change their department’s culture and attitude

Dec
13
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

December 13

As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those

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Thank You Volunteers!

Nov 25, 2025

As we look forward to Thanksgiving this week, the NVFC wants to take a moment to thank all of the volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, family members, and supporters who make their communities better every day. We are grateful for your service, dedication, and sacrifice to protect our communities. We are here to support you – find resources,... Read More ...

Fire Departments in Minnesota and Oklahoma Awarded Turnouts and Helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway

Nov 25, 2025

Congratulations to the Atwater (MN) Fire Department and the Hydro (OK) Fire Department on being the latest recipients of MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. Each department will receive four new sets of Globe® turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to help protect their volunteer firefighters. Each year, MSA Safety, DuPont Personal... Read More ...

Access Free Tools and Resources to Increase Safety at Pipeline Incidents

Nov 25, 2025

Pipeline run through thousands of U.S. communities, and volunteer departments need to be prepared in case an incident occurs. The NVFC and Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration partnered to release a free toolkit and training to help departments plan for and respond to pipeline incidents. In addition, resources such as risk... Read More ...

“Just Get Started”: Top Step Strong Steppers Share their Fitness Tips and Motivations

Nov 25, 2025

JT Bass was one of the top step earners in the inaugural NVFC Step Strong Challenge. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) hosted its first Step Strong Challenge in October, and 900 participants took part to increase their fitness and get moving. The NVFC spoke with some of the challenge’s highest step earners – some achieving a step count... Read More ...

Support the NVFC on Giving Tuesday, December 2

Nov 25, 2025

The end of the year is a busy time, but also a time of generosity. Tuesday, December 2, is Giving Tuesday, and people all over the world will support causes that are important to them. We ask that you consider a gift to the NVFC to help us fulfill our mission and provide critical resources, training, and programs to help volunteer firefighters and... Read More ...

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