CA Fire Foundation

The Daniel A. Terry Scholarship provides support for the survivors of fallen California Firefighters to pursue higher education. To learn more, apply, or support this program, visit cafirefoundation.org

By checking off the "California Firefighters Memorial Fund" on State Tax Form 540, you can honor California's fallen firefighters. Funds received through the tax checkoff are used to maintain the California Firefighters Memorial and help fund our annual memorial ceremony. Learn more at cafirefoundation.org/checkoff

Spending St. Patty's Day in the Bay! This weekend, the Pipes & Drums of CPF brought their music to the streets of San Francisco as part of the city's celebration🍀 🎶

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from CFF! 🍀✨ Wishing you a day full of joy, good luck, and celebration! #StPatricksDay #StaySafe

By making a plan, gathering supplies, and knowing your evacuation routes, you help protect your family, your neighbors, and the firefighters who answer the call. For more preparedness tips, visit FirefightersOnYourSide.org

By checking off the "California Firefighters Memorial Fund" on State Tax Form 540, you can honor California's fallen firefighters. Funds received through the tax checkoff are used to maintain the California Firefighters Memorial and help fund our annual memorial ceremony. Learn more at cafirefoundation.org/checkoff

The #CAFirefightersMemorial in Sacramento’s Historic Capitol Park is a unique tribute to the more than 1,500 firefighters who have died in the line of duty since California became a state in 1850. Yet, the sad reality is that every year, we lose more of our bravest and most dedicated individuals while on the job. Help us continue honoring our fallen at cafirefoundation.org/donate

The California Fire Foundation has opened applications for the 2026 Spring Cycle Southern, Central & Coastal California Fire Prevention & Preparedness Support grant opportunity for California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, and nonprofit organizations located in Southern California Edison’s service area. For more information, visit cafirefoundation.org/grants

It’s Daylight Saving Time! While you're adjusting your clocks, take a minute to test your smoke alarms and replace their batteries. ⏰🚨 A simple check can help keep your home safe and secure. Let’s make safety a priority this season! #SpringForward #SmokeAlarmCheck #SafetyFirst

We are accepting applications to honor those who’ve sacrificed everything in the line of duty during the California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony. This year’s ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The due date to submit an application to include a fallen firefighter on the Memorial Wall in Sacramento has been extended to April 17, 2026. Find the application and additional information at cafirefoundation.org/memorial

By checking off the "California Firefighters Memorial Fund" on State Tax Form 540, you can honor California's fallen firefighters. Funds received through the tax checkoff are used to maintain the California Firefighters Memorial and help fund our annual memorial ceremony. Learn more at cafirefoundation.org/checkoff

The California Fire Foundation is excited to announce the opening of the 2026 Spring Cycle Southern, Central & Coastal California Fire Prevention & Preparedness Support grant opportunity for California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, and nonprofit organizations located in Southern California Edison’s service area. For more information, visit cafirefoundation.org/grants

In the solemn sound of pipes and drums, the Pipes and Drums of California Professional Firefighters honor California firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice. If you are an active or retired firefighter and feel called to help carry this tradition of dignity and remembrance forward, fill out our interest form at cafirefoundation.org/pipesdrums

#LODD: Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of @nationalcityfd and National City Firefighters, Local 2744 Firefighter Michael Mejia. Firefighter Mejia passed away on February 5, 2026, from a job-related illness at the age of 58. Mike is survived by his beloved wife, Marin, and their two daughters, who were his greatest pride and joy. A service will be held to remember his sacrifice on March 4 at 1:30 PM at The Sound at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. More information can be found on our website at cafirefoundation.org/news/announcem…

Wildfire safety starts at home. These seven simple steps can help harden your home against wildfires, protecting your family, your neighbors, and the firefighters who respond when disaster strikes. Learn more at FirefightersOnYourSide.org FirefightersOnYourSide.org

By checking off the "California Firefighters Memorial Fund" on State Tax Form 540, you can honor California's fallen firefighters. Funds received through the tax checkoff are used to maintain and repair the California Firefighters Memorial and help fund the Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony, as well as a survivor benefits guide and survivor assistance. To learn more, visit cafirefoundation.org/checkoff

The California Fire Foundation is excited to announce the upcoming 2026 Spring Cycle Southern, Central & Coastal California Fire Prevention & Preparedness Support grant opportunity for California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, and nonprofit organizations located in Southern California Edison’s service area. For more information, visit cafirefoundation.org/grants

Save the Date: The annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony will be held on October 3, 2026, at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center Ballroom in Sacramento, CA. More info to come at cafirefoundation.org/memorial❤️

Vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction in action! By removing overgrown brush, dry grasses, and dead trees, firefighters gain crucial time to slow the spread of wildfire and protect nearby homes and neighborhoods. We are proud to partner with Monterey Fire Department and support the vital work they are doing to prepare and protect their community. Together, we are building a more fire-resilient California.❤️ Learn more about our grants programs by visiting cafirefoundation.org/grants

The California Fire Foundation is distributing grants to projects that are vital to community safety and preparedness in natural disasters. Grants are available to California based fire departments, firefighter associations, and community organizations for projects that strengthen wildfire and disaster readiness. If your organization is working to protect Californians from wildfires and other climate driven disasters, learn more about our grants programs at cafirefoundation.org/grants.