MEMORIAL MASS

On Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at 1030 hours, E-257, L-170 and B-58 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Vandalia Avenue Fire. The Mass will take…

Press Conference: Reopening Of Engine Company 261

The UFA will be joining Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, as well as other local politicians, for a press conference at the quarters of L-116 (37-20 29th St, Long Island City, NY…

METS HOLIDAY GAME PACK OFFER

For a limited time, the New York Mets are giving fans the opportunity to purchase a 13 game Holiday Pack. Plans start as low as $99. A New Era Mets…

UFA RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR SPECIAL TICKET OFFER

Madison Square Garden is pleased to provide the UFA with discounted tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular for selected show dates. $10 from each ticket purchased through the link…

UFA RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR SPECIAL TICKET OFFER

Madison Square Garden is pleased to provide the UFA with discounted tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular for selected show dates. $10 from each ticket purchased through the link…

ST. GEORGE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP EXAM

The St. George Association Annual Scholarship Exam will take place at 10 am on Saturday, December 29, 2018, at the American Legion Post 301, 80-45 Winchester Blvd., Queens Village, NY.…

GETTING REAL ABOUT DISTRACTED DRIVING SCHOLARSHIP

The Getting Real About Distracted Driving Scholarship is one $1,000 scholarship offered twice annually. Applicants submit an advertisement that will educate the public about the dangers of distracted driving, and…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Thursday, January 3, 2019, at 1230 hours, E-249/L-113 will host a memorial mass commemorating the 11th anniversary of Lieutenant John H. Martinson, E-249, who made the supreme sacrifice on…

VIGIANO BROTHERS BRAVEST & FINEST SKI EVENT

The Vigiano Brothers Foundation annual Ski Trip is January 6-10, 2019. Funds raised will be donated in Joe and John Vigiano's memory to benefit the UFA Scholarship Fund and PBA…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Monday, January 7, 2019 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Joseph R. Stach Jr., L-6, who died on January 7, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-9/L-6, 75 Canal Street, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…

Funeral Arrangements – LODD FF Steven H. Pollard, L-170

The FDNY IMT and NYPD have requested that due to extremely limited parking in the area surrounding Marine Park Funeral Home, parking has been established at Aviator Sports & Events Center, located at 3159 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234. Shuttles will be provided to transport members to and from the funeral home, running continuously from…

ESSAY CONTESTS FOR AYN RAND’S ANTHEM, THE FOUNTAINHEAD, & ATLAS SHRUGGED

Enter an Ayn Rand Institute essay contest for your chance to win thousands of dollars in scholarship prize money. This year, over 230 prizes, totaling more than $70,000, will be awarded. Details can be found at www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests. The deadlines to apply are January 15, 2019 and April 25, 2019.

SSG CHRIS ENGELDRUM FDNY VFW POST 12033

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. The meeting will be held at Randall's Island, Building 11 Cafeteria at 8:00 pm. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional information, see the Post website…

UFA RETIREMENT SEMINAR

The UFA will host a Retirement Seminar for delegates and members who are beginning the retirement process on Tuesday, January 15, in the 4th Floor Conference Room of the UFA…

ANNUAL CITY HARVEST CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The Fire Department is proud to once again participate in the Annual City Harvest Canned Food Campaign. This is the Department's 36th year supporting this very worthwhile food drive. The…

BLACK SUNDAY MEMORIAL MASS

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, at 1100 hours, E-46/L-27 will have a Memorial Mass honoring the memory of Lt. Curtis W. Meyran, B-26, Lt. John G. Bellew, L-27 and Lt.…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at 1000 hours, E-290/L-103 will have a Memorial Mass honoring the memory of Firefighter Richard T. Sclafani, L-103. The mass will commemorate the 14th anniversary…

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION

On Thursday, January 24, 2019, from 1200 to 1400 hours, a celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy will be held in the Auditorium at 9 Metrotech hosted by…

Funeral Arrangements – Active Firefighter Stephen J. Brady, Engine Company 84 Delegate

The Lil' Bravest was started by a group of firefighters from Engine 84/Ladder 34. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for children who are hospitalized or being treated for childhood diseases. The goal is to make a difference for kids who are going through a very difficult time. The funds raised go…

ANNUAL FDNY SKI RACES

The 46th Annual FDNY Firefighters Ski Races at Hunter Mountain will take place on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Proceeds will be donated to the NY Firefighters Burn Center Foundation. There…

WORKING ADVANTAGE CORPORATE DISCOUNT PROGRAM

Working Advantage is pleased to offer entertainment and travel discounts for both regional and nationwide attractions and events to all UFA Members. Now you'll have access to exclusive savings on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, tours, Broadway and Vegas shows & more. These discounts are not available to the general public and are exclusive to…

DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES

Throughout the year, 11 eligible students or parents will be randomly selected to win a $10,000 Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award to help cover college expenses. More information is available at www.scholarship.collegecovered.com/. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2019.

BC Matthew Ryan Memorial Scholarships

BC Matthew Ryan Memorial Scholarships are named to honor the fallen Chief who made the supreme sacrifice on September 11, 2001. Two (2) one thousand dollar scholarships are awarded annually…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Friday, February 1, 2019, at 1100 hours, a WTC Plaque Dedication Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Edward T. Meehan, Ladder 22. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Engine 76 & Ladder 22, 145 West 100th Street, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

UFA Political Archives

Constitutional Convention 9/11 Health Care Act Would You Risk Your Life for $27/Day? Deutsche Bank Fire It's about NYC's Priorities The Truth about Firefighter Pensions 2011 Save the Firehouses 2010 Save Our Firehouses 2009 The Truth and Realities of Protecting New Yorkers

ENGINE 330 / LADDER 172 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

Help Engine 330 and Ladder 172 support Breast Cancer Awareness by purchasing an FDNY Breast Cancer Awareness t-shirt for $20. All proceeds go towards the cause. Make all checks payable…

FDNY EMERALD SOCIETY MEETING NOTICE

The Emerald Society's monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2019,in Long Island. The meeting will be at 8:00 PM at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave, Mineola, NY 11501 (one block north of Jericho Turnpike). Do not park in the lot. Food and refreshments will be served. For more information, visit…

GARY SINISE’S FIREHOUSE DINNER AND BOOK LAUNCH

On Sunday, February 10, 2019, award-winning film and TV actor/humanitarian Gary Sinise and Friends of Firefighters invite you to a special firefighter-prepared dinner and book presentation at Friends of Firefighters' historic Red Hook firehouse (199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231) to celebrate Gary Sinise's newly published book, Grateful American: A Journey from Self to…

2019 NYC MARATHON PARTICIPATION WITH THE FDNY RUNNING CLUB

Any member interested in running the 2019 NYC Marathon must register for the marathon lottery with the NYRR at www.tcsnycmarathon.org/ by February 14, 2019. For more information about the marathon and the FDNY Running Club, please email Denis Sweeney (L-35) at denis.p.sweeney@gmail.com.

FDNY PHOENIX SOCIETY ANNUAL LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the FDNY Phoenix Society Annual Lunar New Year Celebration Parade. The parade will begin at 1200 hours on Sunday, February 17, 2019. The FDNY Phoenix Society requests participating members to assemble at the auditorium of PS 130, 143 Baxter Street, New York, NY for breakfast prior…