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Apply for Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear
October 6, 2026
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Ricochet and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) want to help volunteer departments improve safety and effectiveness by providing the right gear for the real world demands of the calls they run. The October application period for the Ricochet PPE Award Program is now open, and eligible departments can apply for five sets of Ricochet... Read More »
NVFC Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Fall 2026 Conference
October 6, 2026
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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Board of Directors held its annual fall conference in Owensboro, KY, on September 23-25, 2026. In total, 59 directors from 39 states attended. The board conducted business, heard from a lineup of speakers, received updates on critical matters impacting the volunteer... Read More »
Charge Into Fire Safety for National Fire Prevention Week
October 6, 2026
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It’s National Fire Prevention Week, and this year’s theme is “Charge Into Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower.” Many departments utilize this week as an opportunity to connect with community members and impart critical fire safety messages. Keep the momentum going by taking free training in the NVFC Virtual Classroom about Fire Prevention Week, lithium-ion... Read More »
Don’t Neglect Your 7% Players
October 6, 2026
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Many departments focus on their superstar volunteers – those that show up for the majority of calls. However, those that show up less of the time, say 7%, are also critical to the success of a department. We tend to overlook the level of skills, special talents, and commitment that these members bring. This article... Read More »
Coming Soon! The AES Safer Tomorrow Fund
October 6, 2026
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The NVFC is excited to partner with AES to bring the Safer Tomorrow Fund to volunteer emergency service departments that protect communities that host AES energy projects. Through the program, eligible fire, EMS, and rescue departments will be able to apply for one of ten $20,000 grants to address critical needs that improve responder safety,... Read More »
NVFC Receives Federal Grants to Support Recruitment and Retention, Behavioral Health, Hazmat Training
October 6, 2026
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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce it has received three federal grants. FEMA has awarded the organization an FY 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant totaling just under $2.3 million and an FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant for just under $500,000, while the Pipeline... Read More »
Volunteer Firefighter Shortage on Display in Wyoming
October 6, 2026
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A recent story on NPR’s Marketplace program highlighted recruitment challenges in volunteer fire departments, with a Wyoming department highlighted. NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch and director from Massachusetts Joe Maruca were also interviewed for the story. Listen here. Find resources to help recruit and retain volunteers from the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign. Read More »
Unsung Heroes Sought for Upcoming Web Series
October 6, 2026
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A new web series sponsored by Mitti is in development to showcase the people and organizations that define their local communities. Unsung Heroes will celebrate and reward the heritage of hard work and community spirit that bolster the nation. The producers are currently looking for stories of frontline workers to feature in their pilot episodes.... Read More »
NVFC Training Summit: Call for Presentations
October 6, 2026
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The NVFC is seeking proposals from qualified instructors and speakers to present at the 2027 Training Summit, taking place June 25-26 in Albuquerque, NM. The NVFC Training Summit annually brings together fire and emergency services personnel from across the country and features 90-minute breakout sessions offered in three training tracks: health, safety, and training; recruitment... Read More »
Webinar – Behind the 8 Ball: The First 15 Minutes on the Fireground
October 6, 2026
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Does the term “do more with less” sound familiar? For many volunteer and combination departments, that’s a daily reality – and it matters most in the critical first minutes of an incident. This webinar on October 21 at 2pm ET will review incident priorities, how staffing levels can make all the difference between winning and... Read More »
