John E. “Sunny” Rose, Jr., Memorial Award

John E. “Sunny” Rose Jr. joined the Odenton Volunteer Fire Company in 1963 and was an active member of the company until his death in 201S. Sunny served in many […]
The Governor’s Fire Prevention Trophy

The Governor’s Fire Prevention Trophy is awarded each year at the Annual MSFA Convention and Conference for the best fire prevention float, demonstration, or entry in the line of parade. The […]
Gladhill – Thompson Trophy

This award was originally established by Mr. Bernard D. “Buck” Gladhill and accepted by the MSFA Executive Committee in 1974. Mr. Gladhill saw the need to honor an individual who […]
Robert H. Shimer, P.P. Administrator Of The Year Award

The Robert H. Shimer Administrator of the Year award was established by the Shimer family and accepted by the MSFA Executive Committee on February 22, 2004. The award was established […]
Hall of Fame Award

The Hall of Fame Award was established by the Maryland State Firemen’s Association (MSFA) Executive Committee in 1979 as a result of a recommendation from Past President Eugene J. C. […]
Francis L. Brannigan Instructor Of The Year Award

Submission Deadline: March 31
The William E. “Rudy” Radisch Firefighter Of The Year Memorial Award

The Maryland State Firefighters Association (MSFA) established the Firefighter of the Year Award in 1978, to be presented at the Annual MSFA Convention and Conference each year from nominations received […]
Fire Prevention Award

The Maryland State Firemen’s Association (MSFA) sponsors an annual contest to recognize fire, rescue, and EMS departments efforts in promoting fire prevention in their communities. Contest awards are provided for […]
Family Appreciation Program Award

Edwin L. Emkey, Sr. Cadet Award

The Edwin L. Emkey, Sr. Cadet Award was established by President Roger N. Powell and underwritten by American Claims Service and accepted by the Maryland State Firemen’s Association (MSFA) Executive […]