• Webinar: The Role of Chaplains in the Fire Service

    This presentation by Chaplain John F. Long, Jr. will outline what a fire service chaplain does and why a fire department should consider having a trained chaplain as part of their operational command structure. Trained chaplains do more than just give invocations and benedictions – they play an important role in providing behavioral health support to a

    Free
  • FDIC International

    Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Visit the NVFC at booth #13070.

  • Challenges & Opportunities Volunteer Fire Departments Face

    Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    This free session takes place at FDIC at the IDEX booth 1823. A panel discussion will focus on unique challenges and opportunities that are specific to volunteer departments as well as best practices for volunteer departments in the areas of recruiting, automation and technology, funding, and fireground safety.

  • Volunteer VIP Tour

    Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    This free event takes place at FDIC at the IDEX booth 1823. For volunteers that are specing a truck, meet IDEX leadership along with an up-close, hands-on presentation to look at new technology that can help volunteer fire departments. To celebrate IDEX’s partnership with the NVFC, the first 20 people that sign up will also

  • Optimizing Your Department’s Application for AFG and SAFER Grant Funding

    The application periods for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant programs are expected to open this fall. To help departments get ready, the NVFC is hosting a Facebook Live discussion on tips and best practices for a successful grant application. Join NVFC chief of legislative

    Free
  • Firehouse Expo

    Greater Columbus Convention Center 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH, United States

    Visit the NVFC at booth #932 and attend the NVFC course "Creating a Psychologically Healthy Fire Department" on September 18 at 8am, taught by David Ballard.