In 1979, National Fire Safety Council, Inc., became an independent nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to fire safety education, and in December of that year, NFSC was approved by the IRS and received a 501(c)(3) federal tax-exemption from the United States Treasury Department. Therefore, all contributions made to National Fire Safety Council, Inc., are federal tax deductible for income tax purposes as provided by the Internal Revenue Code.

Members of the National Fire Safety Council, Inc., Advisory Board voluntarily serve as needed to advise and assist the NFSC research team of creative educators to develop fire safety materials for adults and children of all age levels. These include comprehensive 24-page graded manuals with a teacher’s guide, assorted folders, brochures, posters, wall charts, decals, stickers, and other types of materials as requested, with new materials being developed daily. The various topics covered by NFSC materials include: smoke alarms; home fire exit drills; arson; babysitting; heating safety; Stop, Drop, and Roll; friendly firefighters; holiday hazards; seat belt safety; bicycle safety; water safety; burn prevention; and more.

NFSC works with fire departments throughout the United States. The Council’s fire safety educational programs of materials and services are provided to communities exclusively through local fire departments. Over 150 pieces of informative materials and programs, created by an in-house staff of experienced educators, help millions of children and adults annually. Each department’s program cost is financially supported by local business leaders and the concerned citizens who recognize the need for action against loss by fire.