Awards

Each year FASNY recognizes achievements in firefighting, EMS, teaching, fire safety education and community service. FASNY also helps recognize those volunteer firefighters who have achieved 50 years of service and departments celebrating 100 years or more of service in New York State.

Firefighter of the Year

FASNY recognizes its bravest members with this prestigious honor designated for those who exemplify what the fire service and protecting our communities is all about.

EMS Provider of the Year

Honor your outstanding volunteers with a nomination for the Firefighters Association of the State of New York EMS Provider of the Year Award.

Recruitment and Retention Award

The FASNY Recruitment and Retention Committee recognizes the organization that best executes this essential volunteer fire service function.

Youth Mentor of the Year

The FASNY Youth in the Fire Service Committee honors a youth leader who embodies the great traits that further their organization.

Teacher of the Year

FASNY invites communities and schools across the state to honor their best fire prevention educators with a nomination for Teacher of the Year.

Fire Safety Educator of the Year

FASNY invites departments and organizations across the state to honor their best fire safety advocates with a nomination for Fire Safety Educator of the Year.

Fire Service Community Achievement Award

Volunteer firefighters have the courage to face danger and the heart to help out in their communities.

Youth Group of the Year

FASNY invites exemplary organizations to apply for the Youth Group of the Year Award.

Gerard J. Buckenmeyer Memorial FASNY Volunteer Scholarship

The Gerard J. Buckenmeyer Memorial FASNY Volunteer Scholarship program is made possible each June through the generous donations of individuals, fire departments and auxiliaries.

Golden Trumpet

The FASNY Golden Trumpet Award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional support for and assistance to the volunteer fire service.

Service Certificate Requests

FASNY awards certificates to volunteer firefighters who have achieved 50 years in the volunteer fire service and departments with 100 years or more of service to their community.