MSA Safety, Nomex and Kevlar for Personal Protection and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have announced that the 2026 application period is now open for MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway.
Through this annual program, volunteer fire departments in need can apply to receive new Globe turnout gear and MSA Cairns helmets to enhance the protection and safety of their firefighters.
Now in its 15th year, the program has provided 186 departments with a total of 819 sets of turnouts and 364 helmets.
In 2026, an additional 52 sets of gear will be awarded to 13 departments.
Eligible volunteer fire departments can apply for four sets of turnout jackets, pants and helmets to help protect their responders and increase the capabilities of their department.
NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch explained: “Turnout gear is critical to the health, safety and effectiveness of firefighters, yet there are many volunteer fire departments across the US and Canada that struggle to find funding for the gear they need.
“For 15 years, this program has helped address that need and ensure more firefighters are properly equipped to serve their communities.
“We thank MSA Safety for this ongoing partnership and their commitment to supporting the volunteer fire service.”
Joann Serakowsky, MSA Safety Vice President of United States and Canada Fire Business commented: “We’re proud to support firefighters who are dedicated to protecting their communities.
“Through our long-standing partnership with this program, we remain committed to helping keep firefighters safe by providing safety gear to those who need it most.
“We’re grateful for the opportunity to help enhance the safety of those who serve on the front lines every day.”
John Denison, DuPont Personal Protection Market Leader concluded: “Our partnership with the NVFC and MSA remains incredibly important to us, as both organizations share our passion for equipping front-line volunteers with cutting-edge gear, research-driven solutions and ongoing education.
“DuPont proudly supports the Globe Gear Giveaway each year as part of our focused mission in the emergency response market – to develop innovative Nomex and Kevlar fibers designed to help protect firefighters who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.
“Through this program, we are able to turn that mission into action by delivering gear directly to the departments that need it most.”
The application period is open through noon ET on 1 June.
