October 16
It happens, even in environments where people volunteer: one member alleges harassment by another member. Whether it was a misunderstanding or something overt, the alleged harassment must be addressed while
News & Events
Upcoming Events
Oct
16
Webinar: When the Call Comes from Inside the House – Next Steps After a Harassment Allegation
Oct
19
Wildland Fire Assessment Program Training
October 19
This free two-day course will teach the fundamentals of assessing a home and working with residents to make their property more resilient to wildfires. There is a classroom session and
Oct
24
Roundtable Talk: The Role of Fire Department Chaplains
October 24
What is the role of a fire department chaplain? How can your department enlist a chaplain and help them succeed? What do newly-appointed chaplains need to know? Join Chaplains Dick
Oct
30
Volunteer Voices Live: Volunteer Performance Evaluations and Expectations
October 30
Recruiting volunteers is not easy, so it can be difficult to evaluate the ones you do have. However, when done regularly and efficiently, volunteer evaluations can benefit both the department
Recent News
All NewsState Farm® and the National Volunteer Fire Council Award $1 Million in Grants to Local Fire Departments
Oct 3, 2024
100 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to purchase needed equipment Photo courtesy of Sejal Dave, Oronoco Fire Department. Just in time for Fire Prevention Week October 6-12, State Farm® and the National Volunteer Fire Council have announced $1 million in grants to local volunteer fire departments. Through the State Farm Good Neighbor... Read More ...NVFC Holds Fall Meeting in Kansas City, MO
Sep 24, 2024
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Board of Directors held its annual fall meeting on September 18-20 in Kansas City, MO. The board gathers as a whole twice a year to conduct Council business, guide the strategic direction of the organization, and vote on matters before the board. Among those in attendance were 64 directors from 41 states.... Read More ...OSHA Releases Statement on Volunteers; Deadline this Week to Request to Testify at OSHA Hearing
Sep 24, 2024
This week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a statement indicating that they are listening to the public comments and the significant concerns the volunteer fire service has shared regarding their proposed Emergency Response Standard. The statement also emphasized the need for further engagement and comments from the... Read More ...Fire Departments in KY, VT Awarded Turnouts and Helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway
Sep 24, 2024
MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) are pleased to announce the latest recipients of new turnout gear and helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. Cornettsville (KY) Fire Department and Elmore Fire Department (Lake Elmore, VT) will each receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and... Read More ...Serving the Whole Community: Supporting Every Generation in the Fire Service
Sep 24, 2024
Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community Intergeneration Month is held worldwide each September. First launched in 2000, Intergeneration Month is a time to examine, strengthen, and celebrate the connections between generations of people. Like all industries, fire and emergency services organizations can experience... Read More ...How to Subscribe
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Biweekly e-newsletter of the NVFC that includes news, legislative updates, grant and training information, calls to action, and other issues of interest to the fire and emergency services.
Biweekly e-newsletter of the NVFC that includes news, legislative updates, grant and training information, calls to action, and other issues of interest to the fire and emergency services.
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These alerts will notify you when there is a legislative issue that requires your action. The NVFC's service provides draft letters that subscribers can send to their elected officials simply by entering their contact information.
These alerts will notify you when there is a legislative issue that requires your action. The NVFC's service provides draft letters that subscribers can send to their elected officials simply by entering their contact information.
