May 4, 2026
May the 4th Be With You |
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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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Be sure to #BringABuddy to experience conference! RSVP using this form to make sure we have enough gift bags! (Thanks to our newbie meet-up sponsor, ESO!) |
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Photo Contest Submissions |
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Submit your best fire-related photo - it could be a winner! Visit our conference website for contest rules. Deadline is May 15! |
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Visit the SFFMA Store - we're an authorized retailer for HAIX boots! |
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Our next "Coffee with Creamer" happens on May 12. 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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Need a job/apparatus/service? Posting a job/apparatus/service? Check out the SFFMA Classfieds! |
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Conversations with Past Presidents on HOT Takes
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Catch our latest episodes of HOT Takes with SFFMA; this podcast covers info/people of interest to Texas firefighters. In Episodes 11 and 12, we speak with SFFMA Past Presidents are we celebrate our 150 year anniversary! Click links below to listen on Spotify:
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SAFER Grant Funding Can Help Your Department |
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Funding may be available through the SFFMA SAFER Grant! Visit our website to learn more* and find application forms.
*Departments are welcome to submit requests for PPE, physicals, and training; however, please note that funding for these items will not be available until Year 2 of the SAFER Grant, which begins on December 23, 2026. |
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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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Sharing from our partners at TEEX - Fire and Emergency Services:
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please note that INP101 and INP201 have been cancelled for the 2026 Municipal School. We encourage attendees to explore the many other courses still being offered.
Join us July 19–24, 2026, at Brayton Fire Training Field in College Station, TX, for a week of hands-on training built for firefighters and fire service personnel across all levels.
Register now at TEEX.org/annualschools! |
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Submit Your Department's History for the 150th Yearbook |
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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 EXTENDED! Write-ups and photos are due May 31, 2026.
Write-ups (~200 words) 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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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.
Visit our website to learn more:
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New Benefit from Provident through the SAFER Grant |
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Through the SAFER Grant, Texas volunteer firefighters have insurance coverage through Provident. This policy includes a death benefit, impairment benefit, income protection and a first responder assistance program (FRAP).
The Provident insurance covers* all volunteer classes of membership, including but not limited to a Volunteer Member, Emergency Volunteer, Auxiliary Member, Fire Corps, Community Volunteer, Board Member, Trustee, Administrative Personnel, Junior Member, Member in Training, Probationary Member, and Part-Time Employees of the Policyholder.
The coverage is more fully explained in this brochure. You can find additional details about the FRAP here.
*Benefits are provided while acting on behalf of the fire district and are a covered activity. Runs through December 22, 2029. |
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Win Big While Giving Back
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The SFFMA Travel & Education Grant
Committee is holding a scholarship raffle at this year’s conference! Get ready to take your shot at some fantastic prizes while supporting the future of the fire service.
The Travel & Education Grant Committee Scholarship Raffle will be live throughout the June conference in the Exhibit Hall.
Ticket Pricing:
- $5 per ticket
- Five tickets for $20 (best value)
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