Conferences & Events

The Florida Fire Chiefs' Foundation (FFCF) holds annual conferences, educational events and meetings throughout the year for professionals within the Fire Service in partnership with active members of the Florida Fire Chiefs' Association (FFCA). We are currently accepting proposals for presentations for the below events:

The Florida Fire & EMS Conference (January 5-9, 2026) seeks to become a leading provider of fire and EMS education, hands-on-training and vendor network by creating an event for the fire service community that actively addresses the current needs of the industry. Currently hosted in Orlando, Florida known for its extensive offering for leisure and entertainment, the Florida Fire & EMS Conference is more than education or an event – it is an experience.

The Florida Fire & EMS Conference will have something for everyone. In addition to hands-on fireground training, we have three days of keynote sessions, lectures and workshops for both many different functions within the Fire Service such as Fire Marshals, Public Information Officers and Emergency Vehicle Technicians.

Formerly known as Fire-Rescue EAST, this event is the largest conference and tradeshow in the southeast United States. After twelve years in Daytona Beach, Florida, attendees and exhibitors called for a change in destination. The Florida Fire & EMS Conference was born to represent the next evolution of this conference which intends to maintain our long-standing and successful programs while adapting our offerings to appeal and provide access to the first responders of tomorrow.

About FFCF

Florida Fire Chiefs' Foundation
(850) 900-5180  |  info@ffca.org
www.ffca.org/foundation
 
The Florida Fire Chiefs' Foundation (FFCF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that develops and implements public education programs in partnership with active members of the Florida Fire Chiefs' Association (FFCA).
 

The Foundation was established in 1994 as a not-for-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Florida and received its IRS classification as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Board representation includes individuals from the public and private sector involved in life safety.

MISSION

The mission of the Florida Fire Chiefs' Foundation is to provide educational opportunities, including scholarships, to fire and emergency services professionals, as well as future firefighting candidates, develop public relations programs to promote and raise public awareness of Florida's fire and emergency services; to assist other related organizations in the development and implementation of public education programs and provide scholarships to educate fire service personnel on the latest public safety methods and techniques.

FUNDING

The activities of the Florida Fire Chiefs' Foundation are funded by educational conferences/training, personal donations, corporate giving and fundraising events.