
Representing the Volunteer Fire Companies of Baltimore County
Serving, promoting, advocating and representing the interests of all volunteer fire, rescue, emergency medical services, and rehabilitation companies in Baltimore County. We provide coordinated representation with the Baltimore County Fire Department, Baltimore County Government, and Maryland State Government to assist in all aspects of member company needs. Including but not limited to activities, management, administration, budget, operations, training, standards, and logistics. We strive to provide excellence in service to all of the communities we serve while saving valued taxpayer dollars by facilitating opportunities for our members to promote positive leadership while dedicating ourselves to volunteerism.
FAQ's
Q: Do volunteers get paid?
A: Volunteers do NOT get paid for their services in Baltimore County, MD. However, they do receive tax incentives after 3 consecutive years of continued service and after accruing 50 points each year.
Q: Do volunteers get the same training as career firefighters?
A: YES Volunteers take the same classes as career firefighters. Classes are offered by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) and many of these classes are taught by volunteer fire company personnel.
Member Companies
Fact vs Fiction
Fact: Per a Baltimore County independent study; Volunteer Fire Companies in Baltimore County save tax payers an average of $4,000,000 per station.
Fact: Many career firefighters volunteer in Baltimore County.
Fact: Volunteer firefighters, Paramedics, and EMT's complete the same initial training courses as career firefighters
Fact: Many career firefighters volunteer in Baltimore County.