Los Angeles City Firefighters Association (LAFFA) had been the local representative to the California State Firefighters Association (CSFA) for over 98 years. Participation included attending the annual conference, and having members on the CSFA Board to provide input into the needs of our membership and shape the California fire service.
Additionally, LAFFA has honored our own firefighters for over 50 years by hosting the “Annual Firefighter of The Year” luncheon that recogonizes members that have gone above and beyond the call of duty for our members.
Lastly, LAFD rank and LAFFA continues to focus on the safety, training and education and other needs of our members.
Monthly membership meetings are held on the first payday of each month via Zoom meetings (Covid-19 social distancing) or at the Los Angeles Police Academy Cafe when in-person meetings resume. Breakfast is provided for those who attend in person.
Please call 1(833)522-3321 for further information on the association.
For those wishing to watch tonights 2025 Valor Awards, here is the live stream info! Start time is 6:00 p.m.Tune in tonight virtually for a live broadcast of the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation’s 2025 Valor Awards, taking place at 6:00 pm. This annual celebration honors exceptional LAFD members who go above and beyond the call of duty to protect our communities. To watch the event live, go to: vimeo.com/showcase/lafd-pio
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We will send 20 members to the S-200 course in January - sign up now!
S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander
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S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander Event Timing: January 14-15, 2026 0800-1700 Event Address: John Rudey Memorial Training center (JRMTC), FS 88 Classroom, 5101 N Sepulveda Blvd. Sherman Oaks Con...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The LAFD conducted a Lithium Ion Battery and Electric Vehicle Seminar - thanks to LA CityView35 for covering this story!
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On November 8th, LAFFA President Jim Dolan, Vice President Adam VanGerpen, and Treasurer Dave Frelinger attended the 250th Anniversary Celebration of the Marine Corps. It was a wonderful day honoring a big birthday! 🇺🇸
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We are so grateful to the sacrifices and bravery of all our veterans! 🇺🇸Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. Your service protects the freedoms we hold dear, and your legacy inspires generations. To all veterans—thank you. We are forever grateful.
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Don't forget to sign up for S-290! We are sponsoring 25 members for this class, which takes place next month. Details ⬇️
S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
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Event Timing: December 9-11, 2025 0800-1700 Event Address: John Rudey Memorial Training center (JRMTC) Contact: Captain Justin Horwedel Email: [email protected] Instructor: Brian Anderson, t...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
This link is a great resource for anyone looking for firefighter breakfast reunions - check it out!
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November 6 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Simi Valley Breakfast Klatch Simi Valley Breakfast Klatch (1st Thursday) Firehouse Cafe 1244 Sycamore Drive, Simi Valley, CA, United States Simi Valley Breakfast Klatch ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Celebrate safely! Go Dodgers!Congratulations to our back-to-back World Series Champions the Los Angeles Dodgers!
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Our own Jim Dolan and Dave Frelinger had a great time supporting Widows Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund on Monday at the LAFD Invitational! ⛳️
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Happy National First Responders Day to our firefighters, paramedics, 911 dispatchers and those who keep our communities safe!Happy National First Responders Day to our firefighters, paramedics, 911 dispatchers, and everyone else who shows up to work every day to protect our communities. We appreciate you! 🚒🚑🚓
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Mark your calendar for November 8th! The 250th Anniversary of the Marine Corps is something to be celebrated - join us!
250th Anniversary of Marines - Honoring LAFD & LAPD Veterans
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Los Angeles Fire & Police Veterans Association 250th Anniversary of Marines Honoring our LAFD & LAPD Veterans Join us for a properly prepared SOS breakfast Saturday, November 8, 2025 8 […]0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It's that time of year! Know someone who boldly embodies the characteristics what a firefighter should aspire to be? A great leader and ideal colleague? Nominate them for the 2025 Firefighter of the Year award! We will be taking nominations until December 8th.
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Looking for Battalion and Special Duty Directors!
Attention members – we are currently looking for Battalion and Special Duty directors for our Association. Please click on the bulletin below for more info:
Proud Sponsor!
The Los Angeles Firefighters Association is proud to, once again, be sponsoring the LAFD Invitational on October 24, 2022, benefitting the Widows, Orphans, and Disabled Firefighters Fund, as well as the Annual Charity Golf Tournament, benefitting the UFLAC Fire Foundation, on November 7, 2022. We hope to see you there in support of both these […]
2021 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR – Deputy Chief Armando Hogan
We are pleased to announce that our 2021 Firefighter of the Year is Deputy Chief Armando Hogan. Congratulations to a true hero and we enjoyed celebrating him on April 21st! For more event photos, please see our photo gallery.