Rhode Island State Association Of Firefighters

05/24/2026

Our deepest condolences to the family of brother Kilduff, our brothers and sisters of Boston Firefighters Local 718 IAFF and the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM).
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Robert “BK" Kilduff, Jr. exemplified what it meant to be a union firefighter. BK was passionate about his profession, assigned to Rescue Company 2, and passionate about improving the lives of his fellow brothers and sisters, working as a staff member of the PFFM for the last 15 years.

More than anything else, BK was passionate about being a father. The PFFM sends all of our love and support to both of his children and will stand with Boston Firefighters Local 718 IAFF to ensure they have whatever they need.

Rest easy BK.

05/05/2026

The Rhode Island State Association of Firefighters was established on this day, 75 years ago. Today, we honor all our members and elected officials, both past and present, who have contributed to the growth and success of this remarkable organization over the past 75 years.

We express our deepest gratitude to all our RISAFF locals for their unwavering support in strengthening our association. We extend our heartfelt wishes for continued prosperity and success to our members and our locals for the next 75 years and beyond!

04/29/2026

Great job by all locals that participated in collecting for MDA!

The top RISAFF local this year was North Providence Local 2334, solid work from Local 2334 coordinator Joe Broccoli who was awarded rookie coordinator of the year for our MDA district.

03/12/2026

This week delegates from RISAFF attended .

We hosted our annual legislative dinner with Senator Jack Reed, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Seth Magaziner, Congressman Gabe Amo. Thank you to IAFF President Edward A. Kelly, Frank Lima - IAFF GST and IAFF District 3 VP Jay Colbert and other IAFF officials and staff for attending.

We appreciate the time our Congressional Delegation spend attending our event and listening to issues that effect our fire fighters.

Thank you to the 90 plus delegates that attended representing the Locals of RISAFF!

01/22/2026

RISAFF celebrated our 75th anniversary at our biennial convention. Thank you to all our locals and guests who attended.

All locals were presented with a plaque for their affiliation in RISAFF.

A few presentation and special recognitions for President emeritus Paul Reed, Secretary Treasurer emeritus Robert Lavin and retiring members assistance program chair Joseph Casalino

Thank you to President Edward A. Kelly, IAFF District 3 VP Jay Colbert and Frank Lima - IAFF GST for taking the time to address the delegates.

We appreciate the many state elected officials who attended for your continued support of fire fighters.

09/20/2025

Today, RISAFF President Andriole had the privilege of attending the IAFF Line of Duty Deaths (LODD) Memorial in Colorado Springs, paying tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

We stand together to honor all IAFF LODDs, and especially remember our Rhode Island brothers:
* Robert J. Forand Sr., Johnston L1950
* Craig Garrett, Smithfield L2050
* John N. Carnegis, North Providence L2334
* Andrew Rainville, North Providence L2334
* Gregory A. Jones, Cumberland Fire L2722
* Patrick T. Crowley, Warwick L2748

Their courage, dedication, and sacrifices will never be forgotten. We remain forever grateful for their service and commitment to our communities and their locals.
Please keep all families and friends of those lost in your thoughts and prayers.

Johnston Firefighters Local 1950Smithfield Firefighters IAFF Local 2050Local 2334 North Providence FirefightersCumberland FirefightersWarwick Firefighters

06/03/2025

Barrington Firefighters Local 1774 honoring their founding charter members of Local 1774, Past President, Charter member Robert Lavin and Charter member Edward Owens.

Left to Right- Secretary Nick Tessitore, Charter Member and former President Robert Lavin, Charter Member Edward Owens, Current President Ed Owens.

05/26/2025

🇺🇸 On this , we honor the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who gave their lives in service.

Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

04/22/2025

RISAFF would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Senate President Dominick Ruggerio.

President Ruggerio was a great friend to firefighters in Rhode Island and a solid supporter of the labor community. We appreciate his support and dedication throughout the years.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

03/04/2025

RISAFF annual legislative dinner with Senators Jack Reed, Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo.
Thank you Frank Lima - IAFF GST and IAFF District 3 VP Jay Colbert as well as the IAFF staff for attending.
As always we appreciate Rhode Island’s entire congressional delegation for their continued support of issue that support fire fighters!