Portland Fire Fighters' Association, IAFF Local 43

Proudly serving the citizens of the Portland, Oregon and the Port of Portland since 1918


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About Portland Fire Fighters' Association, IAFF Local 43

The Portland Fire Fighters' Association, IAFF Local 43, has approximately seven hundred firefighters and EMTs working for Portland Fire and Rescue and for the Port of Portland Fire Department at the Portland International Airport. Our executive board consists of 14 members and is led by our union president, Isaac McLennan. The Portland Fire Fighters' Association was one of the first locals to join the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) when it was founded on February 28th, 1918.

Mission Statement: Establish and protect a livable standard of wages, benefits, and safety for fire fighters and the community. To provide a powerful and collective voice for workers that is inclusive, democratic, and enhances unity among workers.

 
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News & Information

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Portland Fire Fighters Endorse Kezia Wanner for Portland City Council District 3

Oct 09, 2024
Kezia Wanner is a City of Portland insider that know how to get things done. She has decades of experience with the City of Portland and she want to put that knowledge to work on City Council. Join us in supporting Kezia Wanner for District 3 and mark her as your #1 choice!

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Portland Fire Fighters Endorse Rene Gonzalez For Portland Mayor

Oct 08, 2024
Since stepping into Portland City Hall, Commissioner Gonzalez has been focused on keeping Portlanders safe in our community. Join us in supporting Rene Gonzalez for Portland Mayor and mark him as your #1 choice!

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Endorsements for November 5, 2024 General Election

Oct 01, 2024
To view the Portland Fire Fighters' Association, IAFF Local 43 endorsements for the November 5, 2024 General Election, click 'Read More' below.

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Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums

Jun 14, 2021
Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums is comprised of active and retired Portland, Oregon firefighters and plays traditional Scottish music. Our primary mission is honoring fallen brothers and sisters in the fire and first responder communities. We are prepared to travel to Line of Duty Death funerals and memorials throughout the US and Canada to pay tribute to the deceased and to comfort the survivors.

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Gus Waterford Memorial Scholarship

Oct 11, 2020
Portland Firefighters raise $7,760 for the Gus Waterford Memorial Scholarship as well as an additional $2,000 from the Portland Fire Fighters Charitable Fund creating seven scholarships for students studying Fire Protection Technology at Portland Community College during ​PCC Big Give Day.

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Portland Fire Fighters Coats for Kids Program

Jul 24, 2020
Portland Fire Fighters' Association Charitable Fund is collecting donations for our Coats for Kids program. Since 2013, Portland Fire Fighters have helped keep children in our community warm by providing them with new, quality warm coats to kids in need. Help us by donating here!

In Our Community

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Fitness Training for Aspiring Women Firefighters

Apr 01, 2019
Come join our inaugural functional fitness class designed for women interested in pursuing a career in firefighting.

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Spring Clean Up – Lone Fir Cemetery

Mar 22, 2019
Spring Clean Up at the Firefighter's Section of Lone Fir Cemetery Friday April 5, starting at 10:00 AM and working until it is done.

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Portland Firefighter Stair Climb

Mar 08, 2019
Registration for the 11th annual Portland Firefighters' Stair Climb opens on April 8th!!!!

Charities

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Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums

Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums is comprised of active and retired Portland, Oregon firefighters and plays traditional Scottish music. Our primary mission is honoring fallen brothers and sisters in the fire and first responder communities. We are prepared to travel to Line of Duty Death funerals and memorials throughout the US and Canada to pay tribute to the deceased and to comfort the survivors.

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Gus Waterford Memorial Scholarship

Portland Firefighters raise $7,760 for the Gus Waterford Memorial Scholarship as well as an additional $2,000 from the Portland Fire Fighters Charitable Fund creating seven scholarships for students studying Fire Protection Technology at Portland Community College during ​PCC Big Give Day.

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Portland Fire Fighters Coats for Kids Program

Portland Fire Fighters' Association Charitable Fund is collecting donations for our Coats for Kids program. Since 2013, Portland Fire Fighters have helped keep children in our community warm by providing them with new, quality warm coats to kids in need. Help us by donating here!

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Fill The Boot

Since 1954, IAFF members have shown an unwavering commitment to defeating muscular dystrophy and related life-threatening diseases.

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