The Hendersonville Citizens Fire Academy Experience
This hands-on program gives you the chance to go behind the scenes and experience what it takes to serve and protect our community.
What You'll Experience
As a participant in this Hendersonville Fire Department community program, you will:
- Learn about fire rescue operations
- Get hands-on training in a safe environment
- Meet firefighters who serve Hendersonville every day
- Gain a deeper understanding of your fire department’s role in keeping our city safe
Support Your Heroes. Strengthen Your Community.
The Hendersonville Citizen Fire Academy Association (HCFAA) is a dedicated group of Citizen Fire Academy graduates committed to strengthening the bond between our community and the brave men and women of the Hendersonville Fire Department. We believe that by working together, we can build a safer, more connected Hendersonville for everyone. As a vital Hendersonville non-profit, we are passionate about community engagement and providing a platform for citizens to support their local heroes.
Mission & Purpose
Our Mission
The Hendersonville Citizen Fire Academy Association (HCFAA), an organization of Citizen Fire Academy graduates, is dedicated to supporting the Hendersonville Fire Department in fostering better relationships between citizens and fire through building safer, community-oriented neighborhoods in which people can work, play, and raise their families.
Our purpose
The purpose of the Association shall be to:
- Support to the concept of community fire awareness by assisting the department in bringing educational opportunities and services to citizens.
- Provide a network for academy graduates to serve the community and the Hendersonville Fire Department.
- Embrace fundraising opportunities to raise funds for fire equipment, community benevolence, and other special needs.