The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is working to help volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. These volunteers are on the frontlines helping their communities every day. A donation to…
Month: April 2020
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Fund
As the COVID-19 Pandemic continues to shake the fabric of our nation, first responders across the country are serving on the frontlines protecting Americans every day. Tragically, firefighter line-of-duty deaths have arisen in multiple states due to COVID-19. In response,…
For Essential Businesses: Providing Documentation Letters to Your Employees
As the nation continues to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic, businesses across the country have been forced to close down operations, while some businesses deemed “essential” by their states and/or local governments have become exempt from state and/or local emergency…
Understanding FEMA’s Public Assistance Program During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Through the Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) $45 billion is currently available to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Currently, eligible recipients can apply for reimbursement for costs associated with Emergency Protective Measures, defined as Category B Work per FEMA’s Public Assistance…
