Uniformed Firefighters Association

The FDNY Special Needs Group is made up of active and retired Fire, EMS and Civilian FDNY members who have a family member with special needs. The Special Needs Group supports each other and shares knowledge of resources. The FDNY Special Needs Group will be hosting their next meeting via Zoom on Thursday, October 7,…

For more information, refer to Info Fax #75 of 2021.

Active Firefighter Rob Olsen, a 23-year veteran of Engine 229 & Ladder 146 that was active in the efforts at Ground Zero, was diagnosed with advanced ALS. After initially being misdiagnosed, Rob’s condition continued to deteriorate. Many of Rob’s exceedingly expensive treatments are not covered by insurance, as the WTC Health Program does not include…

The Columbia Association, in conjunction with the Columbus Citizens Foundation and the National Council of Columbia Associations in Civil Service, will be involved with this year's wreath laying ceremony at Columbus Circle.  Members are encouraged to invite your family and friends to show support of your heritage and turnout for this prestigious event.  Members are…

For pre and post parade meeting details, line up information, and contact information, refer to Info Fax #76 of 2021.

See Info Fax #56 of 2021 for details.

Speakers include Marty Tighe, UFA Retiree Liaison, Ken Larkin, Social Security Attorney, and Peter Thomann, CPA & author of FDNY Road to Retirement. The seminar will go over topics such as changes in SBF Benefits in retirement, Social Security Options and Pension Options. To RSVP and receive the Zoom link, email Marty Tighe.

For login credentials, refer to the NYC Medicare Advantage Plus Plan October 21 WebEx Meeting Info Fax emailed on October 14.

Join Friends of Firefighters for their annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off fundraiser at Brooklyn's Pig Beach. Taste all kinds of different chilis made by FDNY firefighters from around the 5 boroughs, then vote on your favorite! Tickets are $60 online until 10/21, then it’s $70 at the door. Admission includes automatic entry for the big-ticket raffle…

WTC Retired Battalion Chief Arthur S. Lakiotes Battalion 32

Presented by Steven Tagliani, FDNY Fire Marshal & Adjunct Professor of Emergency Management at MCNY   Are you interested in converting your college credits and putting it towards a degree? Does the idea of enrolling in an institution of higher learning excite you, but also leave you overwhelmed? Are you having trouble mapping out a…

Members are invited to an evening of celebration as Captain Frank Leto, Deputy Director of the FDNY Counseling Service Unit is honored for his 38 years of service to the FDNY and the First Responder community. Cost is $75 per person. RSVP by October 25, 2021. For RSVP details, refer to Info Fax #72 of…

The FDNY Marine Corps Association invites all off-duty members of the FDNY and their families and friends to join them in celebration of the 246th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. Cost includes a buffet lunch and refreshments. Casual business attire, dress uniform, or Marine uniforms may be worn. A Military ID, FDNY ID or…

Doors Open: 9:00 AM Meeting Starts: 10:00 AM *Please be advised that November’s Union Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 10,  NOT on November 11 as noted on the UFA Calendar, due to the Veteran’s Day Holiday. *Special Order of Business: Proposed Amendments to the UFA Constitution have been submitted and will be discussed…

The FDNY VFW Post 12033 invites all active and retired members of the Department who are Military Veterans, and any Department member wishing to support our troops, to march in the 2021 NYC Veterans Day Parade. They will be carrying 55 flags to honor the 55 FDNY Military Veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice on…

Off-duty members are welcome to participate in the 2021 Veterans Day Parade on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Participating members should assemble on 5th Avenue between 25th & 26th   Streets, New York, NY at 11:30 AM in dress uniform.