The Minnesota State Fire Department Association (MSFDA) has been awarded $1.4 million in funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program to improve the recruitment of volunteer firefighters in Minnesota.
We can assist you with marketing and onboarding new firefighters and possibly reimburse you for turnout gear and health screenings for your new hires.
Step 1 - Fill out the form below and an MSFDA representative will contact you!
Step 2 - Sign up for a one-hour training session
Fire departments across Minnesota are searching for responders to fill their empty lockers. The tasks involved to attract, interview, hire, onboard, train, and mentor can be overwhelming. The Minnesota State Fire Department Association may be able to help you. Through a grant award provided by FEMA, we have staff and resources available to guide you through the process. Here are a few things we can offer to our members.