FIREFIGHTERS HELPING FIREFIGHTERS
The Association was created with one purpose in mind – to provide aid and assistance to disabled and indigent members and their families, and to promote the welfare of the Fire service.
We treat our fellow members like family, and lend a helping hand when possible
Our organization provides our members and their families with financial assistance, in times of illness or hardship or borrowing medical equipment, such as wheel chairs, mobile scooters, and walkers. We also provide emotional support to our members, including those that are dealing with a death or disability.
Welcome to the Volunteer and Exempt Firefighters Benevolent Association of Valley Stream
We are here to help! Every year we provide members and their families with financial assistance when they are dealing with illness or financial hardship in their life. We provide aid by lending medical equipment, including wheelchairs, mobile scooters, walkers and more. We even provide assistance for corrective lenses, and funeral services.
On this site you can use the forms provided below to apply for assistance, whether you need it due to disability or indigence, membership forms to join the association, auxiliary forms to be used when applying for assistance, or funeral assistance forms.
Who Are We?
With members across the country, our membership consists of current or Exempt members that served in the Valley Stream Fire Department. The Association was created with one purpose in mind – to provide aid and assistance to disabled and indigent members and their families, and to promote the welfare of the Fire service.
At the Valley Stream Volunteer and Exempt Firefighters Benevolent Association, we treat our fellow members like family and lend a helping hand whenever it is possible. So, if you are seeking assistance, or are a member in need, please take a look at the forms below, and if you need assistance in preparation with these forms or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us!
Important Forms & Applications
Downloadable Forms and Applications
Officers of the
Volunteer and Exempt
Firefighters Benevolent Association
Bylaws and Policies
Benevolent Associations must follow strict safety requirements for emergency procedures and precautions in order to provide you with the best protection against fires, natural disasters, and other threats. Allow us to assist you in keeping your community safe.
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We take pride in assisting in the safety and security of our neighborhood.
Upcoming Events
Coming Soon, Stay Posted!
February 15, Every Year
Trustee Candidates Letter of Intent Due
(Article 4 Section 12), Qualifications
( Article 5 Section 7) as per bylaws.
February 23, 2025
Benevolent Social at the Coral House
70 Milburn Ave
Baldwin, NY 11510
Doors open @ 1130 hrs
April 1st-30th 2025
Trustees Elections
May 1, Every Year
Membership Dues are Due (For all members 10 years and under) Payment can be made via Zelle to vsbenevolentdues@gmail.com
May 16, 2024
Annual Membership Meeting
American Legion Hall
51 Roosevelt Ave., Valley Stream, NY 11580
Jan 31, 2026
All Eyewear and Dental assistance forms must be postmark or received for 2025 assistance.
Remember, all forms, policies, and bylaws can be found on the Benevolent website.
LOCAL & RELIABLE SERVICE RIGHT IN YOUR BACKYARD
By signing up for our fire prevention services, you can rest easy knowing that you are safeguarding your loved ones and that they are ready and protected.
Member Information
Please fill out the form below and send it back to us so we can update your latest information.
Contact Us
Useful Links
Contact Us
Phone:
516-758-3243
Email:
chiefvs2010@gmail.com
Mailing Address: PO Box 124 Valley Stream, NY 11582
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