NSVFA is a statewide association of volunteer fire and emergency medical services departments and individuals. With over 8000 members, NSVFA's mission is the to provide a unified voice for the fire and rescue services across the state, to provide advice and guidance pertaining to legislative issues, to encourage education and training within the fire/rescue service and to promote a communications network across the state. Over 72% of Nebraska is served and protected by volunteers that provide 24 / 7 fire and EMS in large and small communities across Nebraska.