Membership information for Firefighters
Do you want to join the Relief Association? With nearly 1,000 SDFRA members, you will be in good company. Our family of active duty and retired firefighters enjoy many benefits and the peace of mind that comes from knowing that we will take care of you and your family during tough times.
Current Members
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Are you an active duty or retired firefighter?
Click here for information about the 2008 Membership Amnesty Program.
Are you a fire recruit or are you joining the San Diego Fire Rescue Department?
Click here for more information about joining SDFRA.
Information for Fire Recruits
Why should you join the Relief Association? Is it the many benefits? Is it the peace of mind you get from knowing you and your family will be taken care of in times of crisis? These are good reasons, but joining SDFRA is about family, both ours- and yours.
Our family: With nearly 1,000 members, your Relief Association is one of the oldest fraternal organizations in San Diego. Joining SDFRA means you are solidifying your commitment to a life of service, and you are starting with your brothers and sisters in the city of San Diego Fire Department. It's not about what you get. It's about what you'll give.
Your family: Firefighting is a dangerous job, and it always has been. Your training can mitigate, but never eliminate, these hazards. That's why it's essential that you protect yourself and those you love. When you're young, it's easy to believe that nothing will ever happen to you, and it's our sincere hope that it won't. But consider this:
- Earlier this year, 67th fire academy Firefighter Philip Haughey was planning a surfing trip to Thailand. In preparation for his trip, he received several immunizations. Philip suffered a life-threatening allergic reaction to one of his shots and is still unable to work.
- During Firestorm 2007, while fighting to save others' homes, the houses of active duty Firefighters Zac Valade and Eric Kelley burned to the ground.
- In 2003, 45 percent of firefighter fatalities were attributed to heart attacks.
- Job-related injuries are five times higher for firefighters than for private sector workers.
- Free Life Insurance - up to $10,000
- Free Long-Term Disability coverage, both on and off duty
- Cash in your pocket for household expenses like healthcare for you and your family, gym membership, auto/homeowners insurance, and much more
You'll be hearing more about the value of SDFRA membership as you progress through the academy, but in the meantime, if you have questions, feel free to contact our office at 619-281-0354. We wish you the best of luck to a safe and rewarding career in the fire service.
2008 Membership Amnesty Program
Typically firefighters must join within a specific period of time after completing the fire academy, but this year we are offering a limited time Membership Amnesty Program. The MAP allows firefighters, both active duty and retired, to join SDFRA with no dues penalty. To take advantage of this offer you must join before February 1st, 2009. We encourage you to sign up as soon as possible to maximize the benefits available to you.
To enroll under the amnesty program, complete the following steps:
1. Download the Amnesty Packet.
2. Complete the forms in the Packet, sign, and send to us:
San Diego Fireman's Relief Association
10509 San Diego Mission Rd
Suite F
San Diego, CA 92108
Soon you will receive a member packet containing additional information about your membership. If you have any questions or need help signing up, contact our office. We are here to serve you.