– This month marks the 10th anniversary of the Fire Hero Learning Network, the virtual learning platform of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Since January 2013, 150,000 registered users have completed more than 210,000 training modules related to firefighter health, safety, and leadership. READ
– The U.S Fire Administrator and principal leaders from the American fire service, in partnership with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), the Philadelphia Fire Department, and the Washington, DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, will stand together on January 10‑12 to speak with one voice to address the fire problem facing our nation. » Watch the Summit Replay READ
– FDNY Firefighter Carmelo “Carmine” Puccia was killed tragically on January 6, 1970, when he was struck by a subway train while investigating a trash fire on the tracks. His death was mourned, and then it passed into history for nearly everyone—except the family he left behind and some of his closest co-workers. READ
– The podcast is a two-part installment and tells Firefighter Puccia’s story through the recollections of the two groups most affected by his loss: his family and his department. Viewers and listeners will gain insight into Firefighter Puccia as a husband, father, and firefighter—and witness FDNY’s solid determination that we will never forget. READ
– The podcast is a two-part installment and tells Firefighter Puccia’s story through the recollections of the two groups most affected by his loss: his family and his department. Viewers and listeners will gain insight into Firefighter Puccia as a husband, father, and firefighter—and witness FDNY’s solid determination that we will never forget. READ
– Through the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s scholarship programs, loved ones of the fallen can realize their educational dreams. Online applications are being accepted January 1 through March 1 for the 2023-2024 NFFF Scholarships, which provide financial assistance to spouses, life partners, children, and stepchildren of firefighters honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial. READ
– In 2022, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation became the permanent home for one of the Bells of Remembrance Project memorial bells. It is now known as the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Bell of Remembrance. READ
– On Sunday, December 13, 1964, two fires started in a short succession just three blocks from one another near the North Side of Chicago. READ
– The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) invites you to nominate an organization, colleague, or other deserving candidate for each of these prestigious awards. The Sarbanes award is for fire safety leadership, and the Glatfelter award goes to an individual who excels in supporting NFFF’s ongoing mission. READ
– Most people know that Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in 1992 to honor and remember America's fallen firefighters and support their families. But.... did you know there has never been any Federal funding allocated for NFFF in the Federal budget? READ
