Volunteer News

FRI 2019 Highlights: VCOS Interview

September 10, 2019

Chief Charles Flynn and Chief Al Yancey, Jr. on IAFC TV during FRI 2019 read more

FRI 2019 Highlights: VCOS Interview

September 10, 2019

Chief Charles Flynn and Chief Al Yancey, Jr. on IAFC TV during FRI 2019 read more
VCOS and EFO Release New Report to Assist in First 100 Days as a Chief

August 9, 2019

New report lays out the key things a new or interim chief needs to know and be thinking about on the first day, during the first week, during the first month, and during months two through six. read more
National Diversity and Inclusion Program Departments Announced

July 30, 2019

This program focuses on improving volunteer recruitment and retention through more inclusive and diverse departments nationwide read more
VCOS & VFIS Retention and Recruitment Award Open

July 17, 2019

The award recognizes success and excellence in the retention and recruitment of emergency service members. read more
Can You Spot a Cry for Help?

July 15, 2019

We must acknowledge and seek to genuinely understand the ongoing emotional impact of our job—which we love—on our health and well-being. Read about a tool that can help. read more
Nominations Open for Chief Buckman Leadership Award

July 3, 2019

Nomination period for the Chief Buckman Leadership Award is open through August 16. read more
Chief James P. Seavey, Sr. Scholarship Accepting Applications through August 9

June 27, 2019

Scholarship to attend VCOS Symposium in the Sun seeks an individual who embodies the ideals of Chief Seavey. read more
Connecticut's "See You Out There" PSA wins EMMY®

June 21, 2019

A PSA recruiting volunteer firefighters wins EMMY® read more
House Acts to Restore Volunteer Tax Protections

May 24, 2019

If passed by the Senate, it would allow volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel to receive property tax-based incentives and up to $600 per year. read more
TargetSolutions and IAFC VCOS Now Accepting Nominations for 2019 Training Officer Recognition Award

May 13, 2019

Nominations for the 2019 Training Officer Recognition Award are being accepted through June 30. read more

IAFC News

The Oregon Mutual Aid System: Learning to Adapt and Confront Emerging Challenges

September 2019

Built upon the state's Emergency Conflagration Act, Oregon's mutual aid system continues to adapt to confront these emerging challenges. read more
Wildfire Mitigation Awards Open

September 20, 2019

If you know of someone deserving of recognition for their wildfire mitigation work, please review the Wildfire Mitigation Award criteria and submit a nomination! read more
ET3 Updates: Where Is the Program Heading?

September 20, 2019

One of the most important announcements from CMMI came with their decision to extend the application period, which now will close on October 5 at 11:59 PM ET. read more