Uniformed Firefighters Association

On Saturday, June 23, 2018, the annual Lt. Joseph Gullickson Memorial Picnic will be held at Nansen Park, 3465 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY from 12 pm to 6 pm. Admission: $40 Adult - $10 Children 6-14 - and Children 5 and under are free and includes all-day BBQ, unlimited beverages, DJ, games and prizes.…

On Sunday, June 24th, show your love and appreciation for the FDNY with a day at Richmond County Bank Ballpark on Staten Island. For each ticket sold via this link to the 4:00PM game against the Tri-City Valleycats, $5 will be donated to Friends of Firefighters. Come out to support a great cause while enjoying…

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the NYC Heritage of Pride March on Sunday, June 24, 2018. Participating members of the Department should assemble on 16th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues in Manhattan at 1 pm. Dress uniform, including white gloves, shall be worn. For more information contact FF Brooke Guinan…

The 1st Annual "Tolley" shoot is here! The event is a 12-station sporting clays shoot. Proceeds will benefit First Responder and Military families in New York. Tickets cost $150 per person and include food, range fee and one raffle ticket. The event is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 25, 2018, from 8am-3pm at…

Tuesday, June 26, is Federal Primary Day and turnout is needed for the following UFA endorsed candidates: Congressional District 11 Dan Donavan -9am Campaign HQ, 109 New Dorp Plaza, Staten Island 10306 Congressional District 12 Carolyn Maloney -Monday, 6/25, 5-9pm (phone banking) -Tuesday, 6/26, anytime from 9am-6pm 204 E23 Street, New York, NY 10010 -…

Wake Tuesday, June 26, 2018 2-4pm, 7-9pm Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2-4pm, 7-9pm Frank E. Campbell - The Funeral Chapel 1076 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10028 Funeral Friday, June 29 11am St. Thomas Episcopal Church 1 West 53rd Street (on 5th Ave.) New York, NY 10019 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A…

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 28th. The meeting location is: The Redwood Club, 2680 Schurz Avenue Bronx, NY 10465. The meeting will begin at 8:00 pm. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional…

The New York Blood Center has declared a blood emergency because of an alarming shortage in the blood supply. This is due in part to the recent storms that hit the area. Please come join Putnam County members at the Daniel O'Brien VFW Hall, 32 Gleneida Ave (Rt.52) Carmel, NY on Friday, June 29, 2018…

Funeral Friday, June 29 11am St. Thomas Episcopal Church 1 West 53rd Street (on 5th Ave.) New York, NY 10019 Members attending the funeral for Assistant Chief Ronald R. Spadafora, Chief of Fire Prevention should be advised that the use of mass transportation is highly recommended. Bus parking, for funeral attendees, has been established on…

Applications for the annual James B. Boylan Scholarship Award are now available and can be obtained via email to Mr. Robert Gullickson at rjgullickson@gmail.com. This scholarship is offered to children of Firefighters/Fire Officers (active and retired) entering a Catholic High School on Staten Island. The amount of the award is $7,000. Applications are due by…

The New York Mets will host a community blood drive on Monday, July 2, 2018, from 11am to 6pm at Citi Field. All donors will receive a pair of Mets tickets to a 2018 home game. On Monday, June 11, 2018, the New York Blood Center declared a Blood Emergency. Blood donations are lagging this…

On Thursday, July 5, 2018 at 1100 hours, a Memorial Mass will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Gordon M. Ambelas, L-119, who made the supreme sacrifice on July 5, 2014. The Mass will take place in the quarters of E-211/L-119, located at 26 Hooper Street, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families…

On Friday, July 13, 2018, the FDNY Bravest Boxing team will take on the London Metro Police Boxing team for the Transatlantic Championship. The third annual 'Thrilla in Camilla' will be held outdoors and under the stars at St. Camillus Church, 99-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Park, NY. There are 12 exciting bouts scheduled. Doors…

Drop by Friends of Firefighters on Wednesday, July 11, between 8-11 AM for another delicious breakfast prepared by retired firefighter Tony Cat and friends at 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231. As always, breakfast is free to all FDNY members, active and retired, and their families. No RSVP needed, just your company and appetite.…

The Johnny Mac Foundation will be hosting the 8th Annual Golf Outing on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the Dyker Beach Golf Club in Brooklyn. The outing is in memory of FF John McNamara, E-234, who died of 9/11 related cancer in August 2009. If interested in participating as a golfer, email golf@johnnymacfoundation.org. If interested…

Wake Thursday, July 12, 2018 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm Friday, July 13, 2018 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm Mangano Funeral Home 1701 Deer Park Ave. Deer Park, NY 11729 Funeral Saturday, July 14, 2018 - 10:15am St. Cyril and Methodius RC Church 125 Half Hollow Rd. Deer Park, NY 11729 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A…

On Friday, July 13, 2018, the FDNY Bravest Boxing team will take on the London Metro Police Boxing team for the Transatlantic Championship. The third annual 'Thrilla in Camilla' will be held outdoors and under the stars at St. Camillus Church, 99-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Park, NY. There are 12 exciting bouts scheduled. Doors…

On Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 1100 hours, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Virginia A. Culkin-Spinelli, E-329 who died on December 19, 2011. The ceremony will be held at the intersection of Bayside Drive and Lynbrook Avenue in Hempstead, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

On Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Gary J. Gates, Field Communications, who died on September 29, 2015. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-233/L-176 and Field Communications, 25 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

Wake Wednesday, July 18, 2018 6pm-9pm Thursday, July 19, 2018 2pm-4pm and 6pm-9pm Matthew Funeral Home 2508 Victory Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10314 Funeral Friday, July 20, 2018 - 11:30am Holy Family R.C. Church 366 Watchogue Rd. Staten Island, NY 10314 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. Fraternally, Gerard Fitzgerald President Robert…

On Friday, July 20, 2018, the Annual Steuben Association Boat Ride for Firefighters, Nurses and Friends will leave Pier 83 at W. 42nd Street and 12th Avenue, Manhattan, aboard Circle Line Tours. Boarding begins at 7:15 pm; the cruise is from 8:00 pm to Midnight. The cost of the cruise is $60 in advance, $70…

Come watch the Brooklyn Cyclones on Friday, July 20, 2018, for 'Heroes Night' at MCU Park, 1904 Surf Ave, Brooklyn (Coney Island). Pre-game activities and Post-game fireworks display. Everyone is welcome. All seating is reserved, $10 per ticket. For tickets call 718-382-2600 or visit www.thebrooklynwall.org.

Interested in converting your college credits and putting it towards a degree? Does the idea of enrolling in an institution of higher learning both excite and overwhelm you? Having trouble mapping out a degree completion program? Questions about tuition reimbursement? Join Friends of Firefighters tomorrow, Wednesday, July 25th, from 6-9 PM, at 199 Van Brunt…

Tomorrow, Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Thomas J. Farrell, L-41, who died on March 25, 2016. The…

Wake Saturday, July 28, 2018 10am–11am Lawrence H. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc. One Troy Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11213 Funeral Saturday, July 28, 2018 - 11am Lawrence H. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc. One Troy Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11213 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. Fraternally, Gerard Fitzgerald President Robert Eustace Recording Secretary WTC…

Wake Monday, July 30, 2018 7pm – 9pm Tuesday, July 31, 2018 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 9pm The Bridge Church 1 Norwood Ave. Malverne, NY 11565 Funeral Wednesday, August 1, 2018 - 11am St. Thomas the Apostle Church 12 Westminster Rd. West Hempstead, NY 11552 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A…

The Federal Law Enforcement Foundation is pleased to announce the special 2018-2019 Scholarship Program to benefit qualified children of uniformed Fire and EMS members. Each scholarship is a one-time cash grant paid directly to the institution selected by the applicant and their family for tuition, room and board or books. For questions, contact: Mrs. Ely…

UFA Scholarship OpportunitiesFor additional scholarship information, visit www.ufanyc.org/funds/scholar.php. 2018 UFA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS Applicants must currently be enrolled in college, trade or vocational school. This scholarship is for dependent children of active, retired or deceased Firefighters, Fire Marshals or Marine Wipers who are full-time students up to & including age 23 for UNDERGRADUATE education. Active members…

On Thursday, August 2, 2018 at 1000 hours, E-276/L-156, E-254/L-153, B-33 and B-42 will hold a Memorial Mass commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Waldbaum's Fire at St. Brendan's Church…

On Saturday, August 4, 2018, at 1300 hours, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter William E. Woodlon, E-21 who died on August 20, 2016. The ceremony will be held at the intersection of 118 Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…

Beginning August 6th, at Friends of Firefighters' Red Hook headquarters, active and retired FDNY firefighters and their family members can schedule 60-minute acupuncture appointments on Mondays from 9:30AM-3:30PM at a low donation cost of $20 per treatment. FoF is pleased to offer this service in partnership with Marielle Ceresa, a NYS licensed acupuncturist and massage…

The Strongest Field in Golf comes to Bethpage Black next May! The 101st PGA Championship will be held May 13-19, 2019. As a Uniformed Firefighters Association Member, we are pleased to offer you priority access to the ticket registration process through this unique link, PGA.com/FDNY. Priority registration is free to complete and places you ahead…