Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs and Foundation

02/25/2026

Volunteer Firefighters USA is dedicated to supporting volunteer and combination fire departments across the county, including those in Rhode Island. If you haven't already, "Follow" their page here and on Instagram.

Help spread the word about the need for more Volunteer Emergency Responders! 🚒🚑

09/17/2025

🚒🔥 Calling All Fire Service Leaders! 🔥🚒

Are you ready to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing today’s fire service? Join us at the NEAFC Conference & Expo – October 30th & 31st at Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort in CT for an insightful two-day Recruitment & Retention Workshop led by Chief Chris Barron.

📅 Day 1: Increasing Membership – Tools & Techniques
Discover proven strategies to recruit new members, reach underrepresented groups, and build a pipeline for your department’s future.

📅 Day 2: Maintaining Membership Despite the Downturn in Volunteers
Learn actionable approaches to keeping your members engaged, motivated, and committed for the long haul.

This workshop is designed for fire chiefs, officers, and leaders who want real solutions to today’s staffing challenges. Don’t miss this chance to network, share ideas, and take home strategies you can put to work immediately.

📢 Good news! This workshop is FREE! Plus, RIAFC's SAFER grant can cover your travel expenses (hotel, mileage & per diem) if you attend our R&R Workshop. For questions and more info contact RIAFC SAFER Grant Manager Aletia Flaherty: [email protected]

👉 Register now: newenglandfirechiefs.org/conference (select Floor Pass Only for access to these specific courses).

Volunteer Firefighters USA

05/11/2025

https://rifirechiefs.com/news/41/RI-Firefighters-Celebration-of-Service-at-the-RI-Firefighters-Memorial

The annual RI Firefighters Celebration of Service was held on May 10, 2025 at the RI Firefighters Memorial. The Memorial is located at the RI Fire Training Academy. The ceremony had to be brought indoors due to rain showers. An overflow crowd filled the apparatus shed building as all 155 names, plus...

05/26/2024

04/17/2024

A delegation of nine members of the RI Association of Fire Chiefs met with Senators Reed & Whitehouse, as well as Congressmen Magaziner & Amo in their Washington DC offices. The meetings took place on April 10, 2024 during a one day visit to the US Capitol. While in DC, the RIAFC delegation also att...

04/17/2024

The RIAFC has partnered with Roger Williams University College in downtown Providence to offer all RIAFC members, and members of their fire departments, a 15% touition discount. Take a look at the detailed flyer attached to this story for details. Here are some of the basics. Options: • Associate'...

08/01/2023

In Rhode Island, we value and deeply appreciate the men and women who choose to volunteer with their local fire department. They give their time and proudly serve their communities while balancing many other priorities. We are incredibly thankful for these volunteers and are always looking for more.

07/06/2023

The state of Rhode Island needs more men and women to join our volunteer fire departments. Become a volunteer today! 🚒

04/12/2022

Why should you volunteer with your local VFD? Hear what these volunteer firefighters have to say. Apply today: http://www.volunteerfirefighter.org/district/RI