Corporate Members

The NVFC gratefully acknowledges the support and participation of our Corporate Members. Please view our list of Corporate Members and we encourage you to support them with your business.

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Established in 1975, the Anheuser-Busch Foundation focuses on supporting organizations that help individuals and communities thrive. The Foundation contributes to countless community organizations every year in support of disaster preparedness and relief, economic development, education, environmental sustainability, military personnel and responsible drinking. Anheuser-Busch and its foundation are united by an unwavering commitment to supporting the communities that they call home and over the last 30 years, Anheuser-Busch and the Anheuser-Busch Foundation have donated more than $600 million to charitable organizations across the country. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com.

 

California Casualty has been the chosen Auto & Home Insurance provider for first responders across the nation for over four decades. We offer our members affordable customized coverage and exclusive benefits tailored uniquely to their profession, like turnout gear coverage for firefighters. We proudly show our support for first responders by partnering with organizations like the NVFC for sponsored events, and awards like the NVFC’s Junior Firefighter of the Year Award and the Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award. Find out why thousands of firefighters choose California Casualty to protect their families at https://www.calcas.com/nvfc.

Clarion UX’s Fire & Rescue Group provides critical cutting-edge firefighting and emergency medical service news, education, equipment, and hands-on training. Through our industry-leading publications, digital media, and events, Clarion UX’s Fire & Rescue Group covers the latest developments and standards in apparatus and equipment, clinical breakthroughs, and training for firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and those professionals serving in the Fire & EMS Industries. We at Clarion UX’s Fire & Rescue hold ourselves to the strictest of standards, ensuring that our service to the first responders equals the industry’s tireless service to us all while maintaining our long-standing mission to “Train and Inform the Fire & EMS Industry.”

FirstNet®, Built with AT&T is the only network built with and for America’s first responders—including volunteer firefighters. With the nation’s largest coverage footprint, first responders get prioritized access to the network, never competing with commercial traffic. Learn more at FirstNet.com/fire

 

Deere & Company (www.JohnDeere.com) is a global leader in the delivery of agricultural, turf, construction, and forestry equipment. We help our customers push the boundaries of what’s possible in ways that are more productive and sustainable to help life leap forward. Our technology-enabled products including John Deere Autonomous 8R Tractor, See & Spray™, and E-Power Backhoe are just some of the ways we help meet the world’s increasing need for food, shelter, and infrastructure. Deere & Company also provides financial services through John Deere Financial.

For more information on Deere & Company, visit us at www.deere.com/en/news/.

California vintner Joseph Carr’s line of Josh Cellars wine is named in honor of his father, a volunteer firefighter who also served in the United States Army. Josh Cellars offers bold, complex and approachable wines for drinking with family and friends. Sourced from vineyards across California, Josh Cellars offers seven core varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Rosé and a red blend, “Legacy.” Josh Cellars wines are available at retailers nationwide. Learn more at www.joshcellars.com.

Lincoln Financial Group provides advice and solutions that help empower people to take charge of their financial lives with confidence and optimism. Today, more than 17 million customers trust our retirement, insurance, and wealth protection expertise to help address their lifestyle, savings, and income goals, as well as to guard against long-term care expenses. In 2012 Lincoln Financial Group’s Retirement Plan Services business announced the introduction of a new National LOSAP HEROPLUSSM Program. This first of its kind Length of Service Award Program was designed for individual Fire and Emergency Services departments to help recruit, retain, and reward dedicated volunteers with a program that will help boost their retirement readiness. The National LOSAP HEROPLUSSM offers sponsors ongoing program support in an employer-sponsored retirement plan, and is customizable at the local level to meet the specific needs of the plan sponsor. For more information about the HEROPLUS Program please visit www.losap.com.

The Motorola Solutions Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions. With employees located around the globe, Motorola Solutions seeks to benefit the communities where it operates. The company achieves this by making strategic grants, forging strong community partnerships, and fostering innovation. The Motorola Solutions Foundation focuses its funding on public safety, disaster relief, employee programs and education, especially science, technology, engineering, and math programming. For more information on Motorola Solutions Corporate and Foundation giving, visit www.motorolasolutions.com/giving.

Part of MSA Safety, Globe Products delivers the most advanced, best-fitting and longest-lasting protection by listening to our customers, creating breakthrough designs, and applying the engineering skills of the nation’s most trusted turnout gear manufacturer. Learn more at www.MSAfire.com/Globe.

National Fire Protection Association is a worldwide leader in fire, electrical, building, and life safety. The mission of the international nonprofit organization founded in 1896 is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education. NFPA develops more than 300 codes and standards to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other hazards. All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed at no cost at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.

Provident has been offering custom insurance solutions for ESOs for over 90 years. Programs include Property & Casualty, Accident & Health, 24-Hour Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Group Life, Group Critical Illness, and Cancer policies. Please visit us at https://www.providentins.com or contact us at info@providentins.com to learn more.

*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.

Columbia Southern University – Take the next step in your career – enroll today in one of our five completely online fire science programs. The fire science degree programs at CSU provide the foundation for leadership and administration of fire service organizations. From learning about fire prevention to fire service equipment, our programs provide a comprehensive view of the fire science industry. Visit www.columbiasouthern.edu to apply today and open the doors to an exciting and rewarding future in fire science! NVFC members and their families receive a 10% discount on tuition.

 

Founded in 1908, Darley is a family owned and operated business which manufactures and distributes firefighting and defense equipment. Our mission is to passionately serve the world’s first responder and tactical communities by providing high quality, safe, and innovative products with unmatched commitment and service. Darley is headquartered in Itasca, IL, and has manufacturing, engineering, and operations in Chippewa Falls, WI, and Janesville, IA. Learn more at www.darley.com or www.edarley.com.



DripDrop is a leading electrolyte powder created by a doctor on a mission to fight dehydration. The sticks are a fast-acting, delicious-tasting dehydration remedy trusted by doctors, firefighters, elite athletes, and the U.S. Military. They are a perfect on-the-go solution for everyday use to combat dehydration from heat, exercise, sleep, travel, etc. The patented scientific formula improves upon international oral rehydration solution (ORS) standards, conforming to proven ratios of salts, sugars, potassium, and other ingredients. To find a store that carries DripDrop, or for more information, visit www.dripdrop.com.

Emergency Services Insurance Program (ESIP) – In a world of insurance driven by bargain pricing, arm’s length service, and one-size-fits all policies, only ESIP offers the depth of knowledge and industry expertise to serve the real needs of fire and rescue service organizations. For more than 25 years, we have lived and breathed emergency services, developing industry-tailored coverages, risk management, and a proactive approach that helps anticipate issues before they occur. ESIP offers the attention and expertise you can only expect from people who live your business, and we’re ready to create an insurance package customized to fit your organization’s needs.

First Alert is the most trusted brand in home safety. For more than 60 years, First Alert has been committed to providing innovative home safety technologies and products to help protect what matters most. For more information, go to www.firstalert.com.

First Arriving is the leading marketing company powering success for volunteer fire, rescue, and EMS departments, businesses, associations, and nonprofits. Led by lifelong volunteer firefighters, First Arriving is your partner to ensure your leadership and members have the tools, resources, and services needed to grow and be a successful, dynamic organization. Our solutions include web sites, fundraising, recruitment marketing and member progression management, digital dashboards, learning management, and much more.

 

*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.

CHEMTREC® is the leading source of 24/7 call center support and information during hazardous materials incidents. CHEMTREC is the single point of contact that connects emergency responders with everyone involved—manufacturers, shippers, consignees, carriers, and government agencies. CHEMTREC is equipped to handle any situation and any class of hazardous material. CHEMTREC’s team of trained, experienced Emergency Service Specialists provide emergency responders with the information they need to safely and effectively manage chemical shipping incidents, including guidebooks, training opportunities and industry resources. CHEMTREC’s service is complimentary for emergency responders. www.chemtrec.com

CRACKYL Firefighter Lifestyle & Health Magazine is a ground-breaking new publication dedicated to the mental and physical wellbeing of firefighters. We’ve partnered with the top associations, fire service industry leaders, and experts to bring cutting-edge research and thought-provoking content to active firefighters on the job today.

For 25 years, General Motors’ OnStar has earned customers’ trust, now offering safety and security services to more than 22 million connected retail and fleet customers globally. At the heart of the OnStar brand are OnStar Advisors—real people committed to helping drivers stay safe on the road through automatic crash response, emergency services, roadside assistance, crisis assist, stolen vehicle assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. In 2020, OnStar introduced the OnStar Guardian mobile app, extending its safety services outside the confines of GM vehicles. GM also offers OnStar Insurance Services, which plans to transform traditional models to make the insurance process more personalized, fair, easy-to-use and secure for customers. For more information visit: www.OnStar.com/publicsafety

PH&S Products LLC, an ISO 9001 (with design) certified company, is a leader in the design and development of innovative hand protection, servicing customers’ needs in municipal government agencies as well as emergency response teams and in the public health and safety market. Our goal is to offer a premium examination-grade quality gloves at an affordable price. PH&S Products provides superior gloves to a wide variety of healthcare professionals that demand the very best in hand protection. All glove styles are manufactured to the strictest standards of quality, and we offer 3 gloves that are NFPA certified. Awarded three 510(k) numbers from the FDA, PH&S has two single-use Class I listing glove styles that have been permeation tested against fentanyl, heroin and gastric acid per the ASTM D6978-05 standards. Learn more at https://phs-products.com/.  

Sander Resources, L.L.C., developer of Buxus™, is an innovation-driven consulting firm founded in 2005 and focused on the midstream energy and utility sectors. Buxus is a first-of-a-kind FREE mobile app that promotes two-way communication between pipeline operators and emergency responders. The app, available through the Apple Store or Google Play, delivers on-demand information to responders about individual pipeline operators who subscribe to the system, their assets, key emergency and personnel contact information, operational considerations, and most importantly, critical information needed if and when an emergency were to occur. Sign up for a webinar on how to get started and the benefits of the app at www.Buxus.io. 

 

VFIS is the largest provider of insurance, education, and consulting services to emergency service organizations such as fire departments, ambulance and rescue squads, and 911 centers. We have a long history of helping the emergency service community protect their assets and manage their exposure to loss. We pioneered the first tailored insurance package and formed a program for emergency service organizations. VFIS drafted the first specialized insurance policy in 1969 and continues to be the leader in the industry, insuring more emergency service organizations than any other provider. www.vfis.com

Ward Diesel Filter Systems – Automatic and vehicle-mounted, Ward Diesel NO SMOKE Systems offer diesel exhaust protection on scene, in the station – anywhere you need it. Building modifications are not required for installation and there are no mechanical pieces to be attached by the Firefighter when exiting and returning to the station. NO SMOKE is the only diesel exhaust removal solution on the market today that provides complete protection against harmful diesel exhaust both inside and outside the fire station. Visit us online at www.warddiesel.com or call 800-845-4665 to learn more.

Wendell’s Mint proudly manufactures US Made custom challenge coins at prices competitive with foreign manufactured products. Utilizing state of the art minting and painting processes, and an experienced in-house graphic design team, Wendell’s Mint delivers best in class quality. Never a charge for artwork, never a charge for multiple colors, and a 5-year guarantee on die tooling. Wendell’s Mint: American Made. Priced like an import.

*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.

ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today’s EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. For more information, visit eso.com.

FireCraft® Safety Products is a manufacturer of structural, extrication and work gloves, and a master distributor of Sensit gas detectors for the fire industry. FireCraft sells through a worldwide dealer network, providing products to enhance the safety of firefighters and other first responders.  We provide product support and continuing education to our dealers as well as all first responders.

Fire-Dex, headquartered in Medina, Ohio, is a leading manufacturer of head-to-toe protection for first responders, including turnout gear, rescue PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets. With a strong emphasis on health and safety, Fire-Dex has paved the path of innovation for the manufacturing of firefighting gear while focusing on the continuous improvement of our products and processes. Visit www.firedex.com for more information.

Homes for Heroes, Inc. is the largest nationwide network of affiliate real estate, mortgage, and local business specialists; committed to providing easy ways for heroes to save on a home. Shortly after 9/11, Homes for Heroes, Inc. was established to give back to firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, military (active, reserves & veterans), healthcare professionals, and teachers for all they do. Since 2009, Homes for Heroes, Inc., has helped over 35,000 heroes save over $60 million on their real estate transactions, sold over $7.5 billion in real estate to heroes, actively partnered with 3,200 like-minded real estate and mortgage professionals who’ve joined in the mission, and donated over $700,000 to heroes in need through the Homes for Heroes Foundation. Sign up at https://www.homesforheroes.com/nvfc/.

The International Fire Service Training Association is an organization of fire service personnel who are dedicated to upgrading firefighting techniques and safety through training. Our mission is to identify areas of need for training materials and foster the development and validation of training materials for the fire service and related areas. IFSTA produces hard-copy training manuals, eBooks, curriculum, test prep, workbooks, skill sheets, interactive courses, instructor resources, and more. Visit www.ifsta.org for more information.

LION is a family owned, global business headquartered in Dayton, OH, that has been operating continuously since 1898. LION is the world’s largest supplier of structural fire personal protective clothing for first responders, as well as a leading provider of cutting-edge training products and facilities through its BullEx and HAAGEN companies. Through traditional contracting and public-private partnership arrangements, customers rely on LION TotalCare and LION LVI to manage the lifecycle of their uniforms, protective equipment, and training products.

Paradigm Liaison Services provides public awareness and damage prevention compliance services through meetings and mailings. Annually, Paradigm implements over 1,000 free face-to-face safety training programs, bringing together pipeline operators and first responders to plan for readiness in the event of a pipeline emergency.

Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company, is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus. Products include custom and commercial pumpers, aerials, rescue trucks, wildland trucks, minipumpers, elliptical tankers, and homeland security apparatus. In addition, Pierce designs its own foam systems and was the first company to introduce frontal airbags and the Side Roll Protection system to fire apparatus. To learn more about Pierce, visit www.piercemfg.com.

Turtle Plastics

UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute is dedicated to increasing firefighter knowledge to reduce injuries and deaths in the fire service and in the communities they serve. Working in partnership with the fire service, research departments, and agencies, FSRI executes cutting-edge firefighter research and makes the results widely available to the global fire community. With a team of pioneering experts and access to UL’s leading infrastructure, equipment and vast knowledge and insights, FSRI conducts and disseminates research and training programs that focus on the changing dynamics of residential, commercial, and industrial fires, and the impact they have on the fire service tactics and strategies.

W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to transforming industries and improving lives. Founded in 1958, Gore has built a reputation for solving complex technical challenges in the most demanding environments — from revolutionizing the outerwear industry with GORE-TEX® fabric to creating medical devices that improve and save lives to enabling new levels of performance in the aerospace, pharmaceutical and mobile electronics markets, among other industries. The company is also known for its strong, team-oriented culture and continued recognition from the Great Place to Work® Institute. Headquartered in Newark, DE, Gore employs approximately 9,500 associates and generates annual revenues that exceed $3 billion. Visit us online at: www.gore.com.

*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.

Adapt Management is a grant management and marketing firm focused on helping organizations meet their professional goals. The Adapt team specializes in helping those in the emergency response industry, including Firefighters/EMTs and law enforcement. Whether you’re looking for a grant manager, need help managing a project or are seeking creativity for your latest marketing campaign, Adapt can help you reach your goals. To learn more, go to www.Volunteerfirefighter.org.

Aladtec, powered by TCP Software, is an online employee scheduling system created specifically to meet the challenging 24/7 shift rotations of mission-critical public safety agencies including EMS, fire, law enforcement, and dispatch. Easily accessible anywhere at any time, Aladtec allows you to quickly schedule simple to complex shift rotations, track licenses/certifications, communicate instantly with individuals or groups, and manage overtime. Use our forms library to create, submit, and report on everyday checklists, inventories, vehicle maintenance and more. Plus generate reports for tracking and payroll needs. For a free trial, visit www.aladtec.com or call 888-749-5550.

Fire and Rescue of Arkansas provides insurance, risk management, and training for the rural fire service and firefighters. They earned MVP status as the largest producer for VFIS, ESIP, and Fire Plus in Arkansas. For more information, contact Bill Byrd at billbyrd1@yahoo.com or (501) 680-3409.

Firefighters and EMS Fund provides a grassroots voice for firefighters across the country in the state and local political process. We support ballot initiatives and work to elect political leaders at the state and local level who understand our firefighters’ and public safety officers’ interests. We seek to increase awareness of issues affecting America’s firefighters and EMS technicians and engage in political action to solve the very real problems that have made firefighters’ and first responders’ jobs more dangerous and thankless. Learn more at fireandemsfund.com.

Hidrent connects firefighters with local homeowners and businesses looking for temporary “handyman-type” help. From cleaning gutters and hanging fixtures to installing smoke detectors, hauling debris, we’re the only task-based company focused on helping firefighters like you earn money while not volunteering at the station. Browse everyday home projects in your area. First come first serve, accept a project, schedule a time, and get it done. We let you determine the cost with your customer, and only charge a 20% fee on the back end. No bid fees…we don’t get paid unless you do! www.hidrent.com

International Code Council (ICC) develops building safety building safety codes used to construct residential and commercial building, including housing and schools.

L.N. Curtis & Sons has been supporting firefighters, rescue teams, emergency medical providers, and more for over 90 years. We are a distributor of fire, rescue, haz-mat, wildland, and other safety equipment, which includes after-market equipment and gear maintenance and garment embellishment services. We are pleased to provide support to our customers in the Western United States and the U.S. Government worldwide.

Motorola Solutions

NPPGov is a national cooperative procurement organization offering publicly solicited contracts to government entities nationwide. Our contracts are created through a public solicitation and award process by a Lead Public Agency. Access to our cooperative contracts is complimentary with no purchasing obligations. NVFC members can save time on purchasing by “piggybacking” off our 100+ contracts including PPE, Medical Equipment and Supplies, defibrillators and Wireless and more. NFVC members, join now: www.nppgov.com/associations/nvfc.

OmniShield – Designed and manufactured in the U.S., OmniShield brings high quality optical smoke, rate of rise heat, carbon monoxide detection, flood, and freeze sensors as well as 520 Hz square wave and bed shaker technology to homeowners in one complete network. Multiple sensors and multiple alerts allow homeowners the ability to see the conditions inside their home 24/7 without monthly monitoring fees. OmniShield customers will have the best chance for early escape. By using OmniShield’s event positioning system and app based information, homeowners and up to seven other contacts will be able to share the room of origin, the temperature, and the levels of carbon monoxide with first responders during an emergency. Through using tomorrow’s technology for today’s home, OmniShield is safer for everyone!

Rosenbauer America is the world’s leading manufacturer of firefighting vehicles and equipment. Rosenbauer America incorporates global strengths and innovation to provide the largest and most technologically advanced line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescues, tankers, aerials, ARFF, and the all-new Revolutionary Technology (RTX) electric fire truck. Learn more at www.rosenbaueramerica.com.

Salt Chamber

Established in 1995, Stonehouse Media Incorporated is an award-winning digital media company focused on producing credible, vetted, engaging training for the fire service and first responders through creating and maintaining online training networks, interactive programs, and web sites in partnership with leading fire service and emergency response organizations. Our proprietary online learning network powers CFITrainer.Net (International Association of Arson Investigators), FHLN.Net (National Fallen Firefighters Foundation), RSLN.org (Emergency Responder Safety Institute), and FMGlobalFireServiceResources.com (FM Global). The training and professional development tools we produce are delivered and measured with the latest technology, integrated with social media, and distributed on multiple platforms.

TEEX Emergency Services Training (TEEX) offers high-quality emergency response training and instruction in more than 130 specialty areas.

Turtle Plastics Foundation

Vector Solutions, formerly known as TargetSolutions, delivers award-winning real-time training and record-keeping solutions to the fire services, emergency medical services, risk pools, cities and municipalities, law enforcement, and public works industries. The company provides engaging, accredited online training courses, cutting-edge software applications, and dynamic performance and workforce management solutions to help make organizations safer, more capable, and more compliant. Vector Solutions was founded in 1999 and today more than 7,000 public agencies use TargetSolutions to meet their training and operational needs.

Waterous Company, a world leader in fire suppression equipment, has been manufacturing products in South St. Paul, Minnesota for over 126 years. Since its humble beginnings, Waterous has continued to develop revolutionary products for firefighting and industrial applications. From constructing the first gasoline-engine-driven fire pump in 1898 to the most efficient compressed air foam systems (CAFS) in the world today, Waterous has maintained a legacy of supporting the global fire service and industry with fire suppression products, equipment and services that meet international demand.

*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.