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Jan
24
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

January 24

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

Jan
31
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

January 31

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

Feb
03
Webinar – How Mattering Can Buffer Against Burnout in the Fire Service

February 3

Join New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Wallace and former North Charleston Fire Chief Greg Bulanow for a compelling virtual conversation on how mattering can be a valuable force to combat burnout

Feb
05
Webinar – Hazmat Incidents: Using Risk-Based Response to Increase Firefighter and Community Safety

February 5

Decades ago, it was not uncommon for emergency responders to be killed or injured during hazmat incidents. Born from analysis of these tragic incidents was the concept of risk-based response,

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Deadline Extended! Submit Your Nominations for the NVFC Awards by January 30

Jan 13, 2026

The NVFC has extended the deadline to submit nominations for its four annual fire service achievement awards to January 30 at 5pm ET. This is your chance to recognize members for a lifetime of service, health and wellness leadership, outstanding junior firefighter, and exemplary junior firefighter program. View criteria and submit your nominations... Read More ...

State Farm® and NVFC Team Up to Donate 500 Laptops to Fire Departments – Enter Now!

Jan 13, 2026

Davidson (OK) Fire Department For the second year, State Farm® has teamed up with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to provide 100 eligible fire departments with five previously owned laptops each. These laptops will aid departments in administrative tasks, training, incident tracking, and more that will enhance their capabilities and... Read More ...

NVFC Partnered to Give Away $2.5 Million in 2025

Jan 13, 2026

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is proud to partner with companies and organizations to support the volunteer fire and emergency services with needed funding, equipment, resources, and training. In 2025, this resulted in over $2.5 million worth of grants, giveaways, and scholarships. “We thank the companies and organizations that... Read More ...

Lighting the Fire: The Role of Motivation in Adult Learning

Jan 13, 2026

Adults need motivation to learn. While motivation is often intrinsic in adults, trainers can use proven adult learning theories to tap into their motivation. For instance, fire service instructors are more successful when they connect learning to how it will impact the job at hand. This article by Rachel Buczynski for Fire Engineering highlights... Read More ...

Apply for a Waldorf University Scholarship

Jan 13, 2026

Looking to expand your education? Waldorf University is offering a scholarship to one National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) member who demonstrates a passion for education and development, a love for professional community service, and a desire to achieve their educational goals. The scholarship will cover up to 60 credit hours towards one online... Read More ...

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