Firemen’s Benevolent Association

of The City of Tampa Inc

Firemen’s Benevolent Association

of The City of Tampa Inc

Caring for those WHO SERVE.

Our Benevolent MISSION

The Firemen’s Benevolent Association is dedicated to providing physical, emotional, and financial support to our firefighters and their families during times of need.

TO SERVE THOSE WHO SERVE

Our History

The Firemen’s Benevolent Association of Tampa

Established in 1909 the Firemen’s Benevolent Association of the City of Tampa has served the men and women of Tampa Fire Rescue for over a century. Founded as a widow’s and orphan’s fund for the families of fallen firefighter’s the FBA has grown to support the health and welfare of Tampa’s Firefighters and has stood to provide physical, emotional and financial assistance to its members in times of need.

 

These brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to the service of their community are, at times, faced with hardships of their own– devastating hardships that impact not only themselves but their families as well. In keeping with the rich traditions of the fire service and its brotherhood, the Firemen’s Benevolent Association was organized to offer assistance to our firefighters during these difficult times.

 

The FBA is a non-profit Association who’s purpose is to support the health and welfare of its firefighters through the provision and management of life, health and accidental injury assistance as well as emotional support and financial bereavement assitance for both active and retired members. The FBA is funded primarily through the collective contributions of its members as well as sponsorship and generous donations from citizens and the business community.

 

WHAT WE DO

Awareness
The FBA supports a variety of efforts to increase awareness for the vast array of physical and emotional issues facing our firefighters. We actively seek to provide wellness, training and education for our members.
Assistance
FBA membership provides our firefighters with access to a variety of benefits to aid in times of need. Log on to the member’s portal for more information concerning benefits management.
Scholarships

The FBA scholarship program is aimed to support and foster the young minds that will be our future. 2 separate scholarships, one for academic excellence and one for public safety, are awarded annually to the most successful eligible candidates. See the member’s portal for more details

The Future

The Firemen’s Benevolent Association is managed by firefighters for firefighters with dedication to the support of our troops and the pursuit of to their health, wellness and quality of life.

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LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

3 days 19 hours ago

🚒🌽 BACK THE LINE CHARITY CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT IS COMING TO PLANT CITY! 🌽🚒 🚒🌽 THE FBA IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE BACK THE LINE CHARITY CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT! 🌽🚒 Grab your partner, bring your game face, and join us for a day of friendly competition, great prizes, and supporting a cause that truly matters! 💙❤️ Every bag tossed helps support firefighters and first responders in need. The Firemen’s Benevolent Association of the City of Tampa is honored to be a sponsoring partner of this great event benefiting first responders and fire departments in our surrounding communities. 🏆 Cash Prizes for Winners

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

1 month 3 weeks ago

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 5 days ago

🔥🏃‍♂️ READY… SET… Camp Hopetáke 5K! 🏃‍♀️🔥 Lace up those running shoes and get ready to hit the pavement for a cause that truly matters—the Tampa Firefighters Annual Burn Camp 5K! This isn’t just a race… it’s a chance to support an incredible program that changes the lives of young burn survivors every single year. ❤️‍🔥 And here’s where it gets even better… 🎉 THE FBA IS STEPPING UP! 🎉 The Firemen’s Benevolent Association is proud to sponsor this amazing event—and we’re giving back to YOU, our members! 💥 10 FREE RACE ENTRIES 💥 That’s right—FBA is raffling off 10

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 1 week ago

Step up. Rise above. Don’t stop until the top. 🧗‍♂️❤️‍🔥 The American Lung Fight for Air Climb is calling—and it’s time for us to answer. This isn’t just another event… it’s a challenge of grit, endurance, and heart—literally. Every step climbed supports the lifesaving mission of the American Lung Association and helps fund research, education, and prevention efforts that impact millions. To our firefighters—this one’s built for you. Gear up, push your limits, and show what the brotherhood is made of. This is your kind of climb. 🔥 But let’s be clear… you don’t have to wear turnout gear to

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 1 week ago

Step up. Rise above. Don’t stop until the top. 🧗‍♂️❤️‍🔥 The American Lung Fight for Air Climb is calling—and it’s time for us to answer. This isn’t just another event… it’s a challenge of grit, endurance, and heart—literally. Every step climbed supports the lifesaving mission of the American Lung Association and helps fund research, education, and prevention efforts that impact millions. To our firefighters—this one’s built for you. Gear up, push your limits, and show what the brotherhood is made of. This is your kind of climb. 🔥 But let’s be clear… you don’t have to wear turnout gear to

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 1 week ago

What happens on the course, stays on the course… ⛳🔥 The Back the Line 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament is back—and trust us, you don’t want to miss this one. Leave the ego at home—this day isn’t about your handicap, your swing, or your scorecard. It’s about showing up, having a blast, and standing shoulder-to-shoulder in support of one of our own—an injured brother firefighter who needs us now more than ever. Expect a day full of: 🏌️‍♂️ Friendly competition (and not-so-serious scorekeeping) 🍻 Cold drinks & great food & more cold drinks! 🎯 On-course games, AR-15 ball launchers, raffles,

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 3 weeks ago

Annual general membership meeting happening now! All members are welcome and encouraged to log on.

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 3 weeks ago

Proud to support our partners at Back the Line! The Firemen’s Benevolent Association is proud to be a sponsoring partner of the Back the Line Charity Golf Tournament—an event dedicated to supporting those who serve and protect our communities every day. This tournament brings together firefighters, first responders, community leaders, and supporters for a great day on the course while raising funds that directly benefit our heroes and their families. We’re honored to stand alongside the Back the Line organization in their mission to support first responders when they need it most. Join us as we tee it up for

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 4 weeks ago

The benevolence board is made up of due paying active members of Tampa Fire. Collectively we couldn’t be more proud of our treasurer James Gilligan, who is firefighter of the quarter. Much deserved for all he gives back to the community, in both service, safety, and dedication.

Firemen’s Benevolent Association of The City of Tampa, Inc

2 months 4 weeks ago

Tampa Firefighters Burn Camp Run, April 4th. Dust off those running shoes! The FBA is running with them!

Senate Bill 426 Passes Senate Community Affairs!

Senate Bill 426 Passes Senate Community Affairs!

On March 5th cancer bill SB 426 was heard in Community Affairs and passed unanimously. We'd like to thank the following members of that committee: Anitere Flores Gary Farmer Doug Broxson Jason Pizzo David Simmons Also, the companion bill in the House is HB 857 and is...

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