#FireHeroTuesday
Discover the power of generosity with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s #FireHeroTuesday toolkit. This comprehensive resource is designed to inspire and guide individuals, communities, and organizations in supporting our nation’s firefighters and their families. Packed with impactful ideas, compelling stories, and practical tools, the toolkit empowers you to make a meaningful difference on #GivingTuesday and beyond. Join us in honoring the heroes who risk their lives to keep us safe and contribute to a cause that truly matters.

About the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Our mission is to honor America’s fallen fire heroes; 
support their families, colleagues, and organizations; and work to reduce preventable firefighter death and injury.

Social Media Graphics

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How Your Support Helps

In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, powered by Inspect Point, host Drew Slocum interviews Victor Stagnaro, the CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The episode is being released on Giving Tuesday, and for every demo booked in December, Inspect Point will donate $100 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
2024 - 2025 scholarship recipients
This year’s 59 scholarship recipients were awarded $538,893 – bringing the total scholarships awarded since 1997 to nearly $7 million.
Fire Hero Learning Network Interactive Case Story: Boyd Street
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s Fire Hero Learning Network is producing a series of Interactive Case Stories that tell the inside stories of fire incidents that have important firefighter health and safety lessons learned.
Keith and Mary Jane Purcell
Mary Jane made it a life’s goal to quietly embrace others who had suffered a loss similar to hers. The Foundation is forever grateful for her generosity as we continue to honor Keith and our fallen heroes and serve the brave families they left behind.
Jesse Love No. 2 Whelen Car
As the NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to Daytona International Speedway for the second and final time of the 2024 season, Jesse Love will race for something bigger than the checkered flag. During Friday night’s event at the World Center of Racing, Love’s No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet will carry a special car design to honor fallen firefighters who have died in the line of duty in 2023 or years prior.
2024 Hal Bruno Comfort Zone Camp
The Kids Camp is not just a typical summer camp but a blend of traditional camp activities with specialized programs to address the emotional needs of grieving children.
There are many versions of the origin of the use and symbolism of challenge coins.
Amelia Figueroa
Together, we work to make sure our Fire Hero Families know that we remember.

Inspiring Stories from Our Fire Hero Families

Love After Loss: An Unexpected Journey
Love After Loss: An Unexpected Journey
A Mother’s Love: Finding Support After Tragedy
A Legacy of Service in Her Father’s Honor
A Legacy of Service in Her Father’s Honor
A Family’s Mutual Aid Response to Tragedy
A Family’s Mutual Aid Response to Tragedy
Mary Hollis
Tears on the Expressway: One Widow’s Story
Strength in Standing Together: A Mother and Father’s Story
Strength in Standing Together: A Mother and Father’s Story