2022 – 2023 Scholarship Recipients
For the first time, the Foundation was able to award several large scholarships, some awards representing 100% of the recipient’s tuition. Awards were based on an assessment of each applicant’s financial need and academic performance, with a focus on applicants who were studying subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs.
Men’s Retreat
Build connections with others, develop skills for coping, and make new memories while exploring nature’s beauty. This fun and exciting inaugural retreat will blend outdoor experiences in nature with facilitated conversations designed to build connections, skills, and insight to face grief and other life challenges. This free retreat is for husbands, male life partners, fathers, […]
2021 – 2022 Scholarship Recipients
For the first time, the Foundation was able to award several large scholarships, some awards representing 100% of the recipient’s tuition. Awards were based on an assessment of each applicant’s financial need and academic performance, with a focus on applicants who were studying subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs.
2020 – 2021 Scholarship Recipients
For the first time, the Foundation was able to award several large scholarships, some awards representing 100% of the recipient’s tuition. Awards were based on an assessment of each applicant’s financial need and academic performance, with a focus on applicants who were studying subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs.
Virtual Support Groups
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation offers free virtual support groups to Fire Hero Family members. You must pre-register for these sessions.
Fire Hero Family Winter Retreat & Tree Lighting
Join other Fire Hero Families at the Family Winter Retreat focused on fellowship, self-care, and giving back during the holidays.
2019-2020 Scholarship Recipients
Our 2017–2018 scholarship recipients include to 68 children, 1 stepchild, and 10 spouses of fallen firefighters honored at the National Memorial.
2018-2019 Scholarship Recipients
Our 2017–2018 scholarship recipients include to 68 children, 1 stepchild, and 10 spouses of fallen firefighters honored at the National Memorial.
Programs for Young Adults
For a child, losing a parent changes life forever, even into adulthood. The Foundation offers programs for young adults to focus on grief and on building life skills.
Fire Hero Family Annual Tree Lighting
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation continues its tradition of honoring America’s fallen firefighters with the Fire Hero Family Annual Tree Lighting. Each December, ornaments, holiday cards, and notes provided by fire hero families adorn trees in and around the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Chapel. These tributes in honor of fallen firefighters remain on display throughout the holiday season.
Remembrance Program
During the anniversary month of their firefighter’s death, families receive a Remembrance card written by another Fire Hero Family member.
Online Grief Resources
You may find these online grief resources helpful. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is not responsible for the content or opinions expressed. Bereaved Parents USA – Online self-help support group for bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings Comfort Zone Camp – Free weekend bereavement camp for grieving children ages 7-17, multiple locations across the U.S. Compassionate […]
