The National Firefighter Appreciation Program of the VFA: Why it exists

Volunteer Firefighter Alliance or VFA is a national organization not affiliated with any local Volunteer Fire Department. The organization has four programs -- the Firefighter Recruitment Program, the Fire Prevention Program, the Crisis Support Helpline, and the National Firefighter Appreciation Campaign. Through these programs, Volunteer Firefighter Alliance offers its help and support to various Volunteer Fire Departments in the country.

The National Firefighter Appreciation Campaign not only thanks volunteers but also raises awareness about the invaluable services that volunteer firefighters provide to everyone.

Firefighting is a tough business, and firefighters – more than most other professionals – need to have the necessary skills and training, and strength of character for their job. Their work and living conditions place many physical, emotional, and mental demands on firefighters, which creates a long list of necessary traits for success.

According to Volunteer Firefighter Association, firefighters or firefighter candidates have to know what skills and capabilities they need for the job. They need to be willing to work hard to achieve them.

As VFA often emphasizes in its work, firefighters risk their lives for the service they provide, and it is this service that merits the appreciation of every American. And this is why VFA is very active in its National Firefighter Appreciation Program.

Volunteer Firefighter Alliance is a national organization that aims to assist Volunteer Fire Departments across the nation with fundraising, community outreach, volunteer retention, and recruitment, and educate the public about the many benefits that Volunteer Fire Departments provide their communities and the challenges they face. For more topics like this, click here.