State Farm® and the National Volunteer Fire Council Award $1M in Grants to VFDs
Through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program,100 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to buy needed equipment.
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Documentary on Plight of U.S. Volunteer Fire Departments Makes Public Broadcasting Debut
A documentary that shines a spotlight on the struggles of the nation's volunteer firefighters has made its public broadcasting debut.
Submit Your Presentation Proposal for the 2025 NVFC Training Summit
Proposals are due by October 20.
Grant Management Basics for AFG Awards
Accepting a grant award comes with considerable responsibility. David Lewis provides an overview of the requirements after receiving an AFG award.
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National Volunteer Fire Council Launches Retention Survey
The National Volunteer Fire Council has developed a retention survey to gain insight into why volunteers stay with or leave the fire service.
VFDs Can Apply for $10K Grant Through State Farm® Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program
State Farm has teamed up with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to award $500,000 in grants to local volunteer fire departments.
2024 NVFC Training Summit: An Overview
The 2024 NVFC Training Summit in Buffalo, New York, focused on recruitment and retention, health and safety, and leadership.
DripDrop and NVFC Partner for Fifth Year to Provide Fast Hydration to Volunteer Firefighters
DripDrop is a clinically proven way to replenish lost fluids and electrolytes quickly, so responders can perform at their best.
NVFC Releases Guide for New Fire Service Families
The guide introduces family members to the basics of the volunteer fire service life and provides guidance for keeping families strong.
Anheuser-Busch Donates Cans of Emergency Drinking Water to Local VFDs for Sixth Straight Year
This donation will prepare local volunteer firefighters with vital resources ahead of the annual summer wildfire season.
Safety Stand Down: Getting Back to the Basics for a Successful and Productive Fire Training Program
Training needs to move beyond going through the motions and teaching the same drill topics year after year, writes Judy Thill.
Second Entry Period Open: MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet Giveaway
One recipient will be randomly selected after each entry period. Each applicant must be an active U.S. volunteer firefighter and an NVFC member.
