The National Volunteer Fire Council is offering stipends to help offset the travel costs related to attending a hazmat train-the-trainer program through the NVFC’s Partners In Training (PIT) Crew program. Find out more about the program at www.nvfc.org/hazmat.
To apply, provide the requested information in the form here by January 2, 2024. Stipends are available for locations across the United States in 2024. Select which site(s) you are interested in attending in the form below. Recipients will only receive the stipend to apply to one (1) training location. Each location will have different course offerings.
Hazmat PIT Crew travel stipends provide reimbursement of up to $500 for eligible expenses, including:
– Up to two nights hotel for the training weekend
– Travel, including round-trip airfare, cab/shuttle fare, and/or mileage
– Any applicable conference registration fees
– Please note that attendees will be responsible for meals and any additional expenses (such as additional room nights or transportation above the stated limit)
Criteria:
– You must be an NVFC member to be eligible. Not a member? Join for only $21 at www.nvfc.org/join.
– Applicants must live more than 45 miles from the conference center.
– Applicants are required to submit a reference letter from a department leader, city official, or other person who can verify your role in the department.
– While stipends are selected on an individual basis, a maximum of one person per department can receive a stipend.
– NVFC Board Members are not eligible.
Notifications will be sent by January 26. Questions? Contact Rachel Buczynski, chief of training and education, at [email protected] or 202-887-5700 x130.
