2026 GSFA Board & District Vice President Nominations

GSFA • May 11, 2026
2026 GSFA Board & District Vice President Nominations
Georgia State Firefighters Association emblem with crossed fire axes and red shield logo

    Submit Your Nomination to Serve on the GSFA

Board of Directors or as a District Vice President

 

GSFA is accepting nominations for individuals to serve on its Board of Directors. Board members will serve two year term that runs from August 2026 - 2028. For more information on the responsibilities of each position, click here.

 

Completed Board of Directors nomination forms must be received by June 27, 2026. All seats on the Board of Directors are open for nominations. 

 

The incoming President will name District Vice Presidents soon after the Georgia Fire Service Conference. GSFA is expanding its District Vice President program and would like to have several people serving in this role in each district. In addition to the responsibilities listed in the bylaws, district vice presidents will serve as part of GSFA's Membership Growth Committee which is working on member engagement strategies and expanding association participation across the state. 

 

If you are interested in serving as a District Vice President, please submit your District Vice President nomination form should be submitted by June 27, 2026. 


Don't Forget to Nominate a Deserving Firefighter!

GSFA Annual Awards Nominations Due September 15th

 

Since 1972, GSFA has recognized firefighters through its annual recognition program.  Award recipients will be recognized at the 2027 Firefighters Recognition Day. Recognition is given for the following categories:

 

Company Officer of the Year

Dave Gray Memorial Leadership Award

Educator of the Year

Firefighter of the Year

Instructor of the Year

Life Saving Valor Award

Rookie of the Year

 

 

Applications can be found on the GSFFA website:

www.gsffa.org/awards-program

 

All award nominations must be received no later than

September 15, 2026.

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