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Aug
14
SAFRE (South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo)

August 14

Find NVFC staff at Booth #308 at the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo. Learn more.

Aug
15
SAFRE (South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo)

August 15

Find NVFC staff at Booth #308 at the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo. Learn more.

Aug
15
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

August 15

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

Aug
18
Webinar – PFAS Free Firefighting Foams: What You Need to Know

August 18

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are found in many environments firefighters encounter – including past firefighting foam products. However, with health and environmental concerns related to PFAS, there is now

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NVFC Launches New Design for Make Me A Firefighter Recruitment Portal

Aug 11, 2026

Since 2015, the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) Make Me A Firefighter Campaign has been helping volunteer and combination fire and EMS departments recruit new volunteers through a national volunteer opportunity database, customizable recruitment materials, training, outreach tools, and more. The department portal now has a new look and... Read More ...

Apply for Ricochet Out Front™ Technical Rescue Gear

Aug 11, 2026

Does your department need PPE designed for technical rescue and EMS responses? Ricochet and the NVFC have partnered to provide five volunteer emergency service departments with five sets each of Ricochet Out Front™ Technical Rescue Gear. Designed to deliver dual-certified (NFPA 1950 – 1951/1999) protection, lightweight comfort, and the mobility... Read More ...

NVFC and Championz Gin Announce New Partnership to Honor America’s Volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Responders

Aug 11, 2026

Championz Gin Hero Edition benefiting the National Volunteer Fire Council recognizes those who answer the call The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and Championz Gin have announced a new partnership featuring the launch of Championz Gin Hero Edition benefiting the National Volunteer Fire Council, a special edition created to recognize and... Read More ...

What the New Recruitment Research Is Really Telling Us

Aug 11, 2026

By Walter A. Campbell Not long ago, a fire chief said to me, “Walt, nobody wants to volunteer anymore.” I asked him one question. “How many people in your community know you’re looking for volunteers?” He smiled and admitted, “Probably not many.” I’ve had that conversation more times than I can count.... Read More ...

Last Chance! Apply for a CSU Scholarship by August 17

Aug 11, 2026

Columbia Southern University (CSU) is offering two scholarships to help NVFC members further their education. Each scholarship provides up to 60 credit hours toward any of CSU’s online degree programs. CSU’s online learning platform offers greater flexibility to fit into busy schedules, and CSU is accredited by the Southern Association of... Read More ...

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