NVFC Opens Nominations for 2027 National Fire Service Achievement Awards
Nominations for the William J. Darley Lifetime Achievement Award, Chief James P. Seavey Sr. Health and Wellness Leadership Award, Junior Firefighter of the Year Award, and Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award are now being accepted by the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). Please submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. EST on Jan. 15 to honor the accomplishments of exceptional fire service volunteers.
On May 15, 2027, in conjunction with the NVFC's spring conference, the winners of the Lifetime Achievement, Health and Wellness Leadership, and Junior Firefighter of the Year awards will be recognized in an awards ceremony in Alexandria, VA. To ensure that all of their juniors can attend, the Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award will be given out at a local celebration.
Sponsored by Darley, the William J. Darley Lifetime Achievement Award honors a volunteer firefighter with at least 20 years of service who has made a significant contribution or accomplished noteworthy goals in the volunteer fire service at the local, state and/or federal levels.
Co-sponsored by VFIS and Ward Diesel Filter Systems, the Chief James P. Seavey Sr. Health and Wellness Leadership Award recognizes an active volunteer firefighter, EMS provider or rescue worker who has taken the lead in developing or advancing emergency responder health and wellness programs or initiatives.
A junior firefighter who has gone above and beyond in their service to their fire department is recognized with the California Casualty-sponsored NVFC Junior Firefighter of the Year Award.
A young firefighter program or Explorer Post that has shown notable community impact, inventiveness, and ingenuity is recognized with the NVFC Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award, which is sponsored by California Casualty.
Visit here to view the complete requirements and submit your nominations.
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