Kensington Volunteer Fire Department

09/11/2026

Today, we remember. Please join KVFD this evening as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, and honor the lives lost, the first responders who answered the call, including our own KVFD volunteers, and all those whose lives were forever changed.

📅 Friday, September 11 at 7:00 p.m.
📍 KVFD 9/11 Memorial
10620 Connecticut Ave., Kensington

All are welcome to join us as we gather as a community to remember and reflect.

Can’t make it in person tonight? Join us virtually. tiny.cc/KVFD911

09/08/2026

We’re honored to have the KVFD 9/11 memorial featured by NBC Washington as we approach the 25th anniversary.

This memorial serves as a lasting reminder of the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the importance of remembering their stories for generations to come.

Join us for our 25th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Service on September 11 at 7 p.m at Station 5. Visit kvfd.org/events for more details.

The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department will also be holding a service on the anniversary.

09/08/2026

🚒 KVFD is now accepting sealed bids from the general public for our Antique 1966 Seagrave Q-Model Fire Engine.

Interested in submitting a bid or seeing the vehicle? Contact the Fire Chief at [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

🗓️ Sealed bids must be submitted in person to the Office of the Fire Chief by Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 23:59 hrs. Bids must be submitted in writing or typed, with a handwritten (“wet”) signature. See the flyer for additional details

09/04/2026

We look forward to seeing you next Friday at the remembrance ceremony at our memorial.

The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department will also be holding a service on the anniversary.

09/02/2026

We invite our community to join KVFD on September 11 for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, marking 25 years since the attacks that forever changed our nation.

Together, we will remember those we lost and honor those who responded.

The ceremony will feature remarks from Pentagon attack survivor Assistant Secretary Brian Birdwell, Retired KVFD Chief James Stanton, and Montgomery County Fire Chief Corey Smedley.

📅 Friday, September 11
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 KVFD 9/11 Memorial | 10620 Connecticut Ave.

The ceremony is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.

Learn more about the ceremony and the KVFD 9/11 Memorial: https://kvfd.org/event/kensington-volunteer-fire-department-9-11-memorial-2026/

08/31/2026

Big things are on the way for KVFD! 🚑

Recently, a group of KVFD volunteers traveled to Florida for the final pre-construction meeting on our new ambulance, which will replace a 2016 unit that has reached the end of its service life.

The new ambulance is part of KVFD's ongoing commitment to ensuring our crews have the equipment they need to provide the highest level of service to the community.

Stay tuned for more updates as construction progresses!

08/26/2026

If you've been waiting for the right time to become a volunteer firefighter, this is your sign. 👀

At KVFD, you gain access to free fire and EMS training, nationally recognized certifications, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and leadership opportunities with room for advancement.

Along the way, you'll build lifelong skills, save lives, and become part of a team that's always ready to answer the call.

It all starts with one question: Why not you? Learn more and apply at https://kvfd.org/firefighters/

08/20/2026

At KVFD, administrative members have a seat at the table. 🚨

They're involved in the conversations, planning, and decisions that help move the department forward. From fundraising and recruitment to community outreach and day-to-day operations, administrative members play a vital role in serving the Kensington community.

Learn more about becoming an administrative member today: https://kvfd.org/admin-members/

08/17/2026

For years, Christophe Marchand would sit at the traffic light near Plyers Mill Road and Connecticut Avenue, look toward KVFD Station 5, and tell his family, “One day, I’ll be driving Ambulance 705.” 🚑

Three years ago, Christophe took the leap and applied to join KVFD. Today, he’s a volunteer EMT, certified ambulance driver, and firefighter—taking on new challenges and pursuing his passion for service in his late 50s.

His story is a reminder that there’s no single path into the fire service. Sometimes, all it takes is finally deciding to take that first step. 🔥

Read Christophe’s spotlight to learn about his journey, what he’s learned along the way, and why he says, “I should have joined KVFD way sooner.”

👉 Read the full story: https://kvfd.org/kvfd-spotlight-christophe-marchand-lifelong-interest-in-service/

08/11/2026

🍿 Grab your lawn chairs and join us for a fun-filled summer evening! Join us this Saturday, August 15, for our next Summer Movie Night! 🎬 We'll be showing The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at dusk in St. Paul Park.

Before the movie, stop by our Safety House and join our water balloon toss beginning at 7 p.m. We'll also have snacks and refreshments available for purchase.

We hope to see you there! https://kvfd.org/event/summer-movie-night-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie/