Published October 27. 2012 09:01AM
÷Allowing youth to gain insight and interest in becoming long-term members of the emergency services
÷Increasing awareness among youth about volunteering and supporting the fire and emergency services÷Providing departments with additional help in accomplishing non-firefighting or non-emergency tasks÷Leadership development for America's youth, who are tomorrow's leaders÷Educating parents and mentors on the importance of encouraging volunteerismSource: National Volunteer Fire Council