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Apr
21
In-Person – Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services

April 21

Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services: Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission, improve member satisfaction, and best serve the community. This

Apr
23
Webinar – Start Strong: Effective Onboarding for Volunteer Firefighters and EMS

April 23

Onboarding volunteer firefighters and EMS providers comes with unique challenges, including limited time, staffing, and resources. Without a structured process in place, departments risk losing new volunteers before they ever

Apr
29
In-Person – Instructor Training for Flammable Gases

April 29

This course focuses on the specific techniques and knowledge required to teach others about flammable gases hazmat response. After completing the course, attendees will be able to relate the specific

May
02
In-Person – Teaching Hazmat Basics

May 2

This course covers the foundations of teaching hazmat response and safety. Attendees will learn how to connect their hazmat training to the risks faced by the student audience. They will

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State Farm® and the NVFC Increase Fire Department Readiness and Community Safety through $1.5 Million Grant Program

Apr 7, 2026

State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) annually team up to support local fire departments and increase community preparedness through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. In 2025, a total of $1.5 million was awarded in the form of $10,000 grants to 150 volunteer fire departments across the U.S. These grants were used to... Read More ...

Enter for a Chance to Win an MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet

Apr 7, 2026

For the fifth year, MSA Safety has partnered with the NVFC to give away state-of-the-art helmets to volunteer firefighters. This year, NVFC members have four chances to win an MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet. The first entry period is now open through noon ET on April 30. Additional entry periods will take place in June, August, and November. One... Read More ...

Feedback Needed! Take the NVFC’s Retirement Experience Survey

Apr 7, 2026

If you served in the volunteer fire or emergency services and have retired or are preparing to retire in the next five years, we want to hear from you. Your experience carries insight that can help us better support members before, during, and after their transition out of service. By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you’ll play... Read More ...

From Boring to Engaging: How Breaking Down Training Makes a Difference

Apr 7, 2026

Training is critical for first responders, but often it comes packaged in a way that is less than riveting. Luckily, there are simple things you can do to transform dull training into something interesting and relatable. This article by Joe Maruca for Fire Engineering provides tips and ideas for creating engaging, relevant, and interactive training... Read More ...

Apply for New Gear for Your Fire Department

Apr 7, 2026

Does your volunteer fire department need new gear? The application period is open for MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway. A total of 13 departments will each receive four sets of Globe® turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® helmets to help protect their firefighters. This is the 15th year of the program, with over 800 sets of new gear donated to enhance... Read More ...

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