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Welcome to
SFFMA Snapshot, where we share short bits of useful info. Look for this only twice a month, so we're not flooding your inbox! It's news you can use and is relevant to Texas firefighters. Enjoy! |
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Attend your SFFMA district meeting to stay current on fire service issues, hear what's happening with SFFMA, meet executive board members, talk with vendors, and network. Check our website for district meeting info.
**Be sure to update your District Liaison, Kim Hilsenbeck, on meeting details!** |
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Photo Contest Submissions |
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Submit your best fire-related photo - it could be a winner! Visit our website for contest rules. Deadline is May 15! |
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Our
SFFMA Snapshot newsletter reaches about 11,000 SFFMA members. It's a great, cost-effective way to get your company name in front of decision-makers across the state. We also offer advertising on our website, on social media and in our
SFFMA Spark newsletter. Contact our Marketing Director for more info and pricing! |
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Help Improve Trauma Care and Emergency Medical Services |
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Texas A&M is working on the Field Trauma Triage Guidelines Demonstration Project. They are actively seeking EMS organizations of all types and sizes to participate. Applications are encouraged from private, volunteer, fire-based, hospital-based, or municipal EMS agencies that serve urban, suburban, rural, or tribal populations. Deadline March 31.
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EMS Study - Barriers to Entry and Career Advancement |
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Dr. Nicole Hansen at Texas A&M University is conducting a research study that aims to better understand the educational, structural, and personal challenges experienced by EMS professionals. Participation involves completing an anonymous survey that collects general demographic information, educational background, and perceived barriers encountered during EMS education and career progression.
Learn more...
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Our next "Coffee with Creamer" happens on March 10. This monthly chat with Certification Administrator Kevin Creamer is an opportunity to learn more about SFFMA, ask questions, and hear what's new and what's coming down the pike.
Tune in at 6 p.m. Find the Zoom link on our website the morning of the call.
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SFFMA 150th Conference - Register Today |
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***Early Bird Rates end
April 15 at 11:59 p.m.***
We're celebrating this important milestone at the Waco Convention Center. Registration is open so don't wait. Be sure to #BringABuddy to experience conference! |
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Firefighter of the Year/EMS Responder of the Year Award Submissions |
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VFIS of Texas is honored to sponsor the SFFMA 2026 Firefighter & EMS Responder of the Year Awards.
This year’s winners will receive a $3,000 cash prize, and runners-up will also receive monetary awards.
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Not a member yet? Use our PORTAL to sign up. It's easy peasy! And individual membership is just $50 annually. Individual SFFMA members (with the exception of junior members) receive an insurance policy from VFIS.
New this year: an insurance policy from Provident covering: Death Benefit, Impairment Benefit, Income Protection. and a First Responder Assistance Program.
Visit our website to learn more:
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To celebrate our 150th year of supporting Texas firefighters, SFFMA is compiling a commemorative yearbook. And we want your department to be included!
Deadline for written pieces and photos: April 30, 2026.
The yearbook will cover the history of the association as well as individual departments. Your fire department is a vital part of your community, and we know many of you have long and storied histories. Let’s share them!
We’re requesting that fire departments across Texas submit the following:
1. A 200-word written history including original founders, year created, special notes, highlights, etc.
2. Photos - include a few from the past, a few recent pics and one of your current members (group photo); photos may also include original and new fire trucks.
Each photo must include a brief description explaining who/what is in the photo and when it was taken.
Write-ups and photos can be submitted digitally to info@sffma.org and please use the email title 150th Yearbook Submission.
Sales will begin during this year’s June conference in Waco where we will take pre-orders for books. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of SFFMAs history! |
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