Key Information

PURPOSE

The purpose of the IFBA is to serve as a common ground for fire buff, law enforcement, rehab emergency service, firefighting historical groups, other fire service groups, and individuals active in promoting the general welfare of fire departments and other fire service groups, allied emergency services, and their officers and members.

The IFBA forges this common ground through:

• Convocation - Coming together in assemblage at the annual convention.
• Community - Sharing values of service, sacrifice, and honor.
• Communication - Maintaining avenues for shared dialogue.
• Consultation - Passing on experience, knowledge, and wisdom.
• Collaboration - Working as a team.

NONPROFIT STATUS:

The International Fire Buffs Associates, Inc. is a registered nonprofit (non-stock) corporation in the State of Wisconsin, under Chapter 181 of Wisconsin state statutes. It was first registered on October 28, 1953. Its registration number is 6101333.

TAX EXEMPT STATUS:

As of July 1, 1988, the IRS granted 501(c)3 tax exempt status to the International Fire Buff Associates, Inc. EIN 39-1531188.