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Keeping Volunteers Engaged – Incentive Ideas For Volunteer Firefighters

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Just as firefighters provide a crucial service to their communities, volunteer firefighters play an important role in ensuring public safety. However, recruiting and retaining these volunteers can be a challenge, as they often juggle multiple responsibilities. To keep volunteer firefighters engaged and motivated, it’s important to offer incentives that show appreciation for their hard work […]

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