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The voice of the volunteer fire and emergency services.

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Fitness isn’t just about strength. It’s about staying ready to serve.

Safety Stand Down (June 14–20) breaks it down into daily focus areas:
• Foundations
• Intentional
• Technique
• Nutrition
• Evaluation
• Sleep
• Strategies for Success

https://t.co/9FSAEN5RCK

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Join this NVFC webinar on June 16 at 2pm ET to learn why alternative PPE is a critical strategy for today’s volunteer fire service. Register 👉 https://t.co/SMN9nslKN2
This webinar is sponsored by @Ricochet

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Enter now until June 30 for a chance to receive a personalized Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet!

Congratulations to our April recipient, Deputy Chief Jonathan Sporleder of Prue (OK) VFD!

🔗 https://t.co/3tyGMysxZG
🚒 Must be an NVFC member & active U.S. volunteer firefighter

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To help volunteer fire and EMS departments communicate more effectively online, the NVFC has developed a new Social Media Toolkit packed with practical guidance, templates, and resources.

Access the toolkit today: https://t.co/oxyMByMZh2

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Apply for the Columbia Southern University and NVFC Scholarship Program! 🎓🚒

Two NVFC members will receive scholarships covering up to 60 credit hours toward an online degree program through CSU.

Applications are open until Aug 17: https://t.co/BQCkaHPjLm

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Meet Linda Pyle, an NVFC member who proves it's never too late to answer the call to serve. 🚒 After retiring, Linda joined the fire service and now serves as a firefighter/EMT with Butler County Fire District 11 in Towanda, KS.

Read Linda's story: https://t.co/EtWq4l0ve9

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Walk. Track. Win. 🥇

✔️ Hit 200K Steps = raffle entry
✔️ Hit 300K Steps = raffle entry
✔️ Top 20 Steppers = raffle entry
✔️ Top 10 Team = raffle entry

Sign up now: https://t.co/iB2iRk9aLB

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This #thankfulthursday, we’re recognizing NVFC Champion Member Missioncit for their commitment to supporting the fire and emergency services. Thank you for helping build stronger, better prepared responders across the country. 🚒

Learn more: https://t.co/my3e5qDOWu

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Get ready for Safety Stand Down 2026, taking place June 14–20!

Plan ahead with daily focus topics including Foundations, Technique, Nutrition, Sleep, and more. Access free tools, training ideas, and resources to support your department.

Learn more: https://t.co/9FSAEN5RCK

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Who’s climbing the leaderboard? 👀

Compete with first responders across the country in the NVFC Step Strong Challenge! Every step brings you closer to prizes — and bragging rights.

👉 Start today: https://t.co/iB2iRk9aLB

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📣 We’re hiring! The NVFC is seeking a Corporate Relations Manager to lead and grow corporate sponsorship, membership, and partnership efforts that support the volunteer fire and EMS community nationwide.

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/OCXPMKI0XT

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Congratulations again to Plano Fire Explorers Post 215 on being named the Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award recipient. 🚒 NVFC TX director Dallas Renfrew recently attended the award ceremony in person. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/9RR7ooB6L5

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Test your knowledge with the Safety Stand Down quiz and explore key concepts tied to this year’s theme, Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life. 200 quiz takers will be randomly selected to receive a limited edition challenge coin!

Take the quiz: https://t.co/s0TETmdAjS

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The NVFC is excited to launch the new NVFC Hands-On: Regional Training Series! 🚒 Our first stop is Wayne County, OH, on July 11-12 at the Wayne County Regional Training Facility in Apple Creek, OH.

Register now to secure your spot: https://t.co/66TiGfsURA

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🚒 First responders are always ready to have your back — so return the favor by driving safely. When passing an emergency scene, slow down, move over, and stay alert. Let’s keep our roads safe for those who risk it all to protect us.

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The NVFC, Anheuser-Busch, its wholesaler partners, and the NVFC are helping 638 volunteer fire departments in 45 states stay ready to respond with the donation of 1.5 million cans of emergency drinking water.

Read the article: https://t.co/GKZ5TGcFVv

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Today, the NVFC pauses to honor and remember the brave service members who gave their lives in defense of our nation. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
We also extend our deepest gratitude to the families who carry the weight of that sacrifice every day. #MemorialDay

[NatlVolFireCouncil @NVFC]

The NVFC, @AnheuserBusch, its wholesaler partners, and the NVFC are helping 638 volunteer fire departments in 45 states stay ready to respond with the donation of 1.5 million cans of emergency drinking water.

Read the article: https://t.co/GKZ5TGcFVv

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Think you know firefighter fitness?

Test your knowledge with the Safety Stand Down quiz and explore key concepts tied to this year’s theme, Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life.

Take the quiz: https://t.co/s0TETmdAjS

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Discover auto, home, and renters insurance designed for Firefighters.

Learn more: https://t.co/Vv6i4v9U7h