Honoring Their Legacy, One Flag at a Time
In a powerful gesture of remembrance, every Fire Hero Family receives a flag flown over the Capitol and Memorial—raised in tribute and folded with love by a ceremonial honor guard.
Memorial Monday — Honoring the Legacy of Minot’s First Firefighter to Die in the Line of Duty
In 1909, Minot firefighter Tom Shields became the city’s first line-of-duty death after a gasoline tank explosion during a blaze at the Daily Optic newspaper building caused injuries that claimed his life five days later.
Together We Remember: National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, May 3–4, 2025
Memorial Weekend is more than an event—it’s a national moment of reflection. Join us in person or virtually May 3–4 to honor the fallen.
Free, Life-Saving Training for Every Firefighter, Every Day, Everywhere
The Fire Hero Learning Network is more than a training platform — it’s a life-saving resource for every firefighter.
National Fallen Firefighters Congressional Flag Ceremony Conducted on Capitol Hill
On Monday, April 7th, leaders of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus presented 140 American flags flown over the U.S. Capitol to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). These flags represent each of the firefighters on the 2025 Roll of Honor, which includes 70 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2024 and 70 who died in previous years
Alert: Fraudulent Website Impersonating the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
A fraudulent website is impersonating the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to solicit fake donations—learn how to protect yourself and support us safely.
Understanding the “Why” Behind Mental Health in the Fire Service Thought Leadership Essay Contest
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), in partnership with W.S. Darley & Co., is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Fire Service Thought Leadership Essay Contest. Now in its fourth year, this initiative challenges firefighters nationwide to explore the critical yet often overlooked mental health issue within their ranks.
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Coin Act Introduced in Congress
Please contact your members of Congress and ask them to co-sponsor H.R. 2257 and show their support for our nation’s Fire Hero Families.
Memorial Monday —Woolworth Department Store Fire
On March 4, 1949, a devastating fire at the Woolworth Department Store in Charleston, West Virginia, led to the tragic loss of seven firefighters when the first floor collapsed into the burning basement.
Morale is a Firefighter’s Personal Responsibility
This article was written by Nicholas Southerland and Josh Southerland in honor of their dad, Gary Southerland.
Inside the Plainfield Mega-Warehouse Fire: Critical Lessons for Firefighters
The 2024 Mega-Warehouse Fire Incident Report, conducted by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, provides a comprehensive analysis of the devastating blaze that occurred at a mega-warehouse facility in Plainfield, Indiana, on March 15, 2022.
Join the NFFF Giving Circle: Honor Their Legacy with a Lasting Gift
Every day, firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our communities. When tragedy strikes, their families are left with an unimaginable loss. But you can be a source of hope.
