Illinois Firefighter's Association Foundation

06/16/2026

🚨 IGNITEHER REGISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

QEM Fire Protection District is excited to officially announce 🔥 IGNITEHER 🔥 — a hands-on fire program designed for women ages 16-45 who want to experience what it’s like to be a firefighter for the weekend!

📅 September 25th–27th
📍 QEM Fire Protection District – Grafton, IL

Participants will:
🚒 Train alongside firefighters
🧯 Learn real firefighting tactics
🪜 Work in turnout gear
🔥 Experience hands-on training scenarios
👩‍🚒 Build confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills

All activities will be completed under instructor supervision in a supportive learning environment.

🗓 Enrollment opens July 24th and closes August 22nd.
⚠️ Limited spots available!

Open to Jersey County and surrounding areas.

Keep an eye on the QEM Fire Protection District page for the registration link and additional event information.

Confidence. Skill. Sisterhood. ❤️

06/16/2026

As many of you know and have heard is in full swing for the year! We'll have many opportunities to support gathering donations and school supplies with our community partners over the summer! Our first event of the year is launching with the Peoria Federation of Teachers Local 780's Valerie Ray and Leslie Danage! Look for us 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jimmy's Bar on Farmington and help us raise money for supplies for year five!

Then look for us at your local Walmarts this coming June 27th from 12-4 pm where you can meet us and Fill the Firetruck on scene!

06/14/2026

⚠️ Generator Safety Reminder ⚠️
Power outages can happen anytime—but using a generator the wrong way can be deadly.
✅ Always operate generators outdoors only
✅ Keep them at least 20 feet from your home
✅ Never run a generator near windows, doors, or garages
✅ Install carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in your home
🚫 Never use a generator inside your home, basement, or garage—even if doors or windows are open.
Carbon monoxide is invisible, odorless, and can quickly become fatal. Protect your family—use generators safely every time.

06/14/2026

Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall. Learn more about falls prevention and how you can help families and caregivers support aging adults through prevention.

06/14/2026

We are less than a month away from the National Association of State Fire Marshals Homeless and Migrant Best Practices class hosted by the Plainfield Fire Protection District! These is no cost for this class which addressed a universal issue in Community Risk Reduction. Use the QR code in the graphic below to register or use this link:
https://www.firemarshals.org/event-6654076

06/14/2026

06/14/2026

THIS SUNDAY! Please join us for a great breakfast and stop for a visit at the Historical Society houses across the street!

06/14/2026

Take the step toward state and national certification through the BOF Program.