Welcome to National Fire Data Week 2024
National Fire Data Week is an initiative by the United States Fire Administration to emphasize the importance of a data-driven approach in fire safety, protection, and prevention. This year, NFDW will focus entirely on NERIS, as one the top priorities for enhancing data strategies.
Four Ways NFFF Supports Families of Fallen Firefighters
You might think of the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend or the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial on the grounds of the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. But did you know that the NFFF supports the family members of fallen firefighters year-round?
Memorial Monday — Remembering Firefighter Glen Thorpe
Firefighter Glen Thorpe, age 26, of the New London Fire Department died after being struck by a train on the way back from a call on May 4, 1966.
Challenge Coins: Each one has a story – Share your story with us
There are many versions of the origin of the use and symbolism of challenge coins.
Chief Joanne Rund Announced as NFFF’s Director of Family Programs
Chief Joanne Rund, the first permanent female fire chief in Baltimore County’s history, is bringing her extensive leadership and fire service knowledge to the Family Programs division of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Chief Rund has a deep understanding of the challenges families and firefighters face after losing a loved one.
Fueled by Passion: Join Us at the 2024 High School Fire/EMS Cadet Program Symposium
By attending the 2024 High School Fire/EMS Cadet Program Symposium, you’ll gain invaluable insights, resources, and connections to empower your program for success.
A Proclamation on National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, 2024
I have often said that God made man, and then made firefighters. Their extraordinary courage embodies the best of America — with every call they answer, they put their lives on the line to keep the rest of us safe. It is more than what they do; it is who they are. This weekend, we honor the brave service of every fallen hero who has made the ultimate sacrifice for our communities.
Why They Volunteer
Together, we work to make sure our Fire Hero Families know that we remember.
Honoring a Fallen Hero: Leonardtown, Maryland
The residents of Leonardtown, Maryland are uniting in a powerful display of solidarity, showing their unwavering support to the family and friends of Firefighter Brice Clayton Trossbach.
Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters: Part of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
You can participate in this national tradition to honor the memories of firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice and to show solidarity with their grieving families. Join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) in Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters, a poignant tribute culminating with the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, on May 5.
Memorial Monday — Remembering Des Plaines Firefighter Robert P. Coombs
Firefighter Robert P. Coombs, age 34, of the Des Plaines Fire Department died while trying to rescue three trapped workers in a sanitary sewer on April 26, 1962.
Be a Beacon of Remembrance: Light Up Red for Fallen Firefighters
This nationwide lighting on the first week of May is sponsored by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), leading up to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 4-5, 2024.
