On December 3, we once again kicked off our season of giving with #FireHeroTuesday.
Together, we will make sure our Fire Hero Families know that we remember.
Every day, we give thanks to our nation’s firefighters. They are always there to answer the call to duty. At the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, it is our mission to honor those firefighters who gave their lives while serving our communities—and to continue to support their families.
In recent years, we have witnessed a significant increase in the number of honorees—dedicated heroes who have lost their lives in the line of duty due to cancer and other illnesses now officially recognized as line-of-duty deaths. Each name added to the roll of honor represents a life of service, a family left behind, and a legacy deserving of recognition and support. Your generous contribution allows us to continue honoring these fallen heroes, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.
We could not do this important work
without your commitment.
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During this season of giving, you can help to honor America’s fallen fire heroes, support their families and colleagues, and prevent preventable firefighter line-of-duty death and injury.
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Your contribution, no matter the size, will directly impact the lives of firefighters' families and help uphold the legacy of those who have given their lives to protect others.
Here are some of the ways your donation helps our families and the fire service.
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We launched 5 new online training modules on the Fire Hero Learning Network which reaches over
"The National Memorial reassures me that my husband, and all the others who have died in the line of duty, will never be forgotten."
- Fire Hero Family
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation strives to be a good steward, maximizing the impact of your gifts to help the fire service and their families.
Over 84% of our budget supports our Fire Hero Family and Fire Service Programs. In 2024, we were proud to earn a Platinum Seal of Transparency rating from GuideStar and our seventh consecutive 4-star rating by Charity Navigator.