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NFFF Memorial Weekend Honors and Remembers 226 Firefighters

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) hosted the 43rd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Vic Stagnaro and David Rhodes at FDIC 2024

Live at FDIC: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Chief David Rhodes speaks with Victor Stagnaro from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) at FDIC International 2024.
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National Fire Service Organizations Urge Congress to Act on Grant Programs

Several major national fire service organizations are teaming up to urge Congress to take action on grant programs.
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Music and Light Offer Peaceful Moments at NFFF Candlelight Service

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial Weekend is a time for families of the fallen to gather as one firefighting family.

Update to In-Person 40th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

Due to the global pandemic there continues to be uncertainties, about COVID-19 restrictions, and challenges the pandemic may bring.

40th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, In-Person on October 2 – 3, 2021

On October 3rd, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation will again broadcast a National Tribute to honor and remember America’s fallen firefighters. Most importantly, our Fire Hero Families will be invited to attend the Memorial Service where we will once again gather, as a grateful nation honors and remembers the sacrifices of America’s fallen firefighters.

Glatfelter Award Recognizes Chief Dennis Compton’s Extraordinary Service to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

It is Chief Compton’s compassion for the families of fallen firefighters that drove some of his greatest impacts on the Foundation. He oversaw changes to the National Fallen Firefighter Memorial Weekend, increasing programming available for Fire Hero families during their time in Emmitsburg.