Uniformed Firefighters Association

Your best bet for FDNY history or finding information on specific past members is to visit www.nycfiremuseum.org. In order to find more information about your ancestor, you may also contact the George F. Mand Library, at the FDNY Fire Academy, by calling (212) 360-4413. For the UFA written history, try our HISTORY page.

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, April 19th. The meeting will be held at Fort Totten, Building 325, Room 209 at 7:30 PM. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional up-to-date information, see the Post…

Win a beautiful 2018 Harley Davidson Road Glide Standard, supplied by O'Toole's Harley Davidson. Winner is responsible for tax, title and registration, or $15K cash. 2nd place $2,000. 3rd place $1,000. Only 500 tickets available. $100 per donation. Need not be present to win. Drawing to be held on Friday, April 20th at their 33rd…

The Silver Shield Foundation is honoring the service of uniformed members of the FDNY to the New York community by awarding one member's college-bound daughter or son - chosen by lottery - a college scholarship in the amount of $5,000, renewable annually for up to four years. Eligibility: To be eligible, a student must be…

The Holy Name Society, Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island, will hold a Higher Education Scholarship Drawing at the annual Communion Breakfast on April 29, 2018. The Higher Education Scholarships consist of two $1,500 awards, payable to any college or trade school of the winners' choice. Members must be in good standing in this society and…

On Sunday, April 22, 2018, at 10 AM, Engine 161/Ladder 81 & Engine 211/Ladder 119, together with the Staten Island Athletic Club, will host Matt's Race, a 5K run in memory of Lt. Gordon "Matt" Ambelas, who died in the line of duty on July 5, 2014. The run will be held in Clove Lakes…

The FDNY Hellenic Society will host the 2018 Greek Independence Day Parade on Sunday, April 22. Those interested in pre-parade food and beverages are welcome to join at Bloom's Tavern, located on 58th Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. At 12:30 PM, everyone will meet on 63rd Street, between Park and 5th Avenue, to dress…

Campaign Headquarters 335 Columbus Ave Tuckahoe, NY 10707 Contact at Election HQ: Michael Lawler, 845-721-5396 Members can volunteer any day from April 21-23, 9 AM - 9 PM Election Day is Tuesday, April 24, 2018 Polls open from 6 AM to 9 PM Contact on Election Day: Steve Tagliani, 917-991-9794 We must support candidates that…

On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 1300 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Roy E. Smith, E-156, who died on April 2, 2017. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-156, 412 Broadway, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members…

UFA Endorsements NYS Senate District 32. Luis Sepulveda (D) District 37. Julie Killian (R) NYS Assembly District 5. Doug Smith (R) District 39. Aridia Espinal (D) District 80. Nathalia Fernandez (D) Volunteers needed to help Elect Julie Killian to NYS Senate 37th District Campaign Headquarters: 335 Columbus Ave Tuckahoe, NY 10707 Election Day Tuesday, April…

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York would deeply appreciate your donation of blood and/or platelets and requests you ask others you know to donate. Please visit www.mskcc.org/blooddonations for complete information about donor eligibility and the donation process for blood or platelets. Appointments are necessary. All blood types are acceptable. For answers to questions, and…

A Memorial Mass will be held to honor the life of Rusty Staub, one of the founders of the NY Police Fire Widows’ & Children's Foundation “Answer the Call.” This…

The College of Mount Saint Vincent has announced a new graduate program Serviam Scholarship for all civil servants in good standing for the 2018-2019 academic school year. Open to active…

Applications for the Fire Bell Club Scholarship Award are now available. The award is a one-time grant of $1,000. Eligibility is as follows: Active Firefighters and Fire Officers who have…

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Applications for the Fire Bell Club Scholarship Award are now available. Eligibility is as follows: Active Firefighters and Fire Officers who have been accepted or are attending an accredited institution…

On Friday, April 27th, at Brooklyn's The Invisible Dog, join Friends of Firefighters for a lively evening of chili tasting, merrymaking, music, and fundraising. Sponsored by Rockaway's Cuisine by Claudette,…

On Saturday, April 28, 2018, the annual Parade of Heroes and St. Baldrick's head-shaving fundraiser will be held in Floral Park to help raise money towards childhood cancer research. This…

WakeSaturday, April 28, 2018 7pm - 9pm Sunday, April 29, 2018 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chapey & Sons Funeral Home 20 Hicksville Rd.…

Friends of Firefighters is excited to once again be participating in the Generosity Brooklyn 5K! Registration is officially open and you are invited to join them for the most heartwarming…

The Fire Department Holy Name Society, Manhattan, Bronx, and Staten Island, will hold its 94th Annual Communion Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral, on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at The Cardinal…

Friends of Firefighters is participating in Generosity Brooklyn, a multi-charity 5K Run/Walk taking place on Sunday, April 29th, 2018, in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. Bib pick up will be at 7:30…

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…

The Annual Spring Interfaith Celebration and Mass will be held at The Brooklyn Wall, MCU Park, 1904 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224, on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at 2:00 PM.…

The annual Memorial Run for FDNY Deputy Chief Michael Fahy will take place on Thursday, May 24, 2018, at 10:30 AM. This will be a 4 mile race, with the…

Engine 155/Ladder 78 and Engine 220/Ladder 122 will be hosting the 1st Annual Lt. Michael J. Vecsi Memorial Scholarship 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament on June 9 at 10:00 AM at Moore Catholic High School, 100 Merrill Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314. Teams will have a minimum of 3 players to a maximum of 5 players, with…

The 2nd annual Heroes Day honoring active and retired first responders and military personnel will be held at Quassy Amusement Park on Saturday, May 12, 2018. A free all-day ride pass will be given to each hero, plus one additional family member. There is also a special discounted ride pass of $13.99 for family and…

On Wednesday, May 16th, from 8:00-11:00 AM, drop by Friends of Firefighters' historic firehouse, located at 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231, for another delicious breakfast prepared by retired firefighter Tony Cat and friends. As always, breakfast is free to all FDNY members, active and retired, and their families. No RSVP needed, just your…

Wake Wednesday, May 16, 2018 7pm – 9pm Thursday, May 17, 2018 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 9pm Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home 3863 Merrick Rd. Seaford, NY 11783 Funeral Friday, May 18, 2018 11am St. William the Abbot Church 2000 Jackson Ave. Seaford, NY 11783 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A…

On Thursday, May 17th, from 11:30 AM to 3 PM, the FDNY Anchor Club will host a pizza party for the patients at Rosary Hill Nursing Home located at 600 Linda Avenue, Hawthorne, NY 10532 - (914) 769-0114. All off-duty members are invited to attend and assist the Anchor Club with the party. Members are…

On Sunday, May 20, 2018, a benefit will be held in honor of MST SGT / FDNY LT / Honorary CFD Chief Christopher J. Raguso at Hoyt Farm Park Preserve. The festival begins at 12:00 pm. Tickets include beer, wine, water, soda and food donated by local supporters. There will be live bands throughout the…

The FDNY Fire Family Transport Foundation Fundraiser for the Mike O'Hanlon Memorial Van will be held on Sunday, May 20, 2018, from 1:00pm - 6:00pm at the Quiet Man Public House, 15 N Division St, Peekskill, NY 10566. There is a $20 donation at the door. There will be music, light refreshments and a cash…

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the annual Norwegian Independence Day Parade. The parade will begin at 1330 hours on Sunday, May 20, 2018. The Viking Society of the FDNY requests participating members to assemble at 80th Street and 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, at 1300 hours. All off-duty members and their families…

On Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at 1100 hours, a WTC Plaque Dedication Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Thomas A. Lynn, Engine 5. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Engine 5, 340 East 14th Street, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members…

The UFA will be having a Lobby Day in Albany on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. As in years past, the UFA will provide transportation to and from Albany, leaving from various locations. Delegates should compile a list of all members that need transportation along with their preferred departure location (exact locations will follow shortly). Please…

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, May 24th. The meeting will be held at Randall's Island, Building 11 Cafeteria at 7:30 pm. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional information, see the Post website at…

The annual Memorial Run for FDNY Deputy Chief Michael Fahy will take place on Thursday, May 24, 2018, at 10:30 AM, rain or shine. The event includes a 4-mile/2x2-mile relay race and kid's fun run. Registration opens at 9:00 AM on race day at Gaelic Park, located at 201 W 240th St. Bronx, NY 10463.…

Applications for the NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Memorial College Scholarships are now being accepted. Two scholarships each worth $2,500 will be awarded. The scholarship is open to all active UFA members who are currently enrolled in college (2018). Applicants must submit a letter explaining why they are deserving of this scholarship (i.e. seeking credits for…

Come and play an original NYC sport, handball, in the first ever FDNY Doubles Handball Tournament. The objective is 21! The tournament will be held at Juniper Park in Middle Village (corner of 80th St / Juniper Blvd North) in Queens on Saturday, May 26, 2018. Registration begins at 10:30 am, and the tournament will…