Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation
Firefighter health and prevention programs

Our Initiatives

Fighting Cancer on Every Front

From PFAS blood testing to early detection screenings — our initiatives deliver real, life-saving resources to firefighters across the country.

Our Current Initiatives

Occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths among firefighters in the United States. The Brotherhood of Firefighters Foundation responds with targeted initiatives that address prevention and early detection. Every program we run is built around one goal: keeping firefighters alive and their families whole.

PFAS Blood Testing

Initiative

PFAS Blood Testing

Detecting the Invisible Threat

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — known as 'forever chemicals' — are found in firefighting foam and protective gear. Chronic exposure significantly elevates cancer risk. Our PFAS blood testing program gives firefighters access to screenings that identify dangerous chemical levels in their bodies, empowering them to take action before cancer develops.

  • Free or low-cost testing for active and retired firefighters
  • Partnered with certified medical laboratories
  • Results counseling and follow-up support
  • Advocacy for PFAS-free equipment standards
Learn About PFAS Testing
Early Detection Screening

Initiative

Early Detection Screening

Catching Cancer Before It Catches You

Early detection saves lives. Our screening programs connect firefighters with comprehensive cancer screenings tailored to the specific cancers most prevalent in the fire service — including bladder, kidney, mesothelioma, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Catching cancer early dramatically improves survival rates and treatment outcomes.

  • Screenings for cancers most common in firefighters
  • Mobile screening units deployed to fire stations
  • Coordination with oncology specialists
  • Ongoing monitoring and follow-up care
Learn About Screenings

Our Impact

Making a Measurable Difference

Nationwide
Program reach across the United States
501(c)(3)
Certified nonprofit foundation
2 Initiatives
Targeting prevention and early detection
Growing
New partnerships and screenings added every year

Help Fund These Programs

Every dollar donated goes directly toward providing life-saving screenings and testing to firefighters and their families across the country.

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