A lot of thought went into the creation and design of the MFFMA Badge. Each item has a meaning on the badge. The meanings are:MFFMA Badge

  • The Eagle: A symbol of the USA; it is majestic, regal and noble.
  • The Lightening Bolts: Represents the speed of response of firefighters and MFFMA
  • The Red Banner Ribbon: Red for Fire Service
  • MFFMA: Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Association
  • The Maltese Cross “Badge of Courage”: Fire service emblem
  • The Axe & Helmet and the Hose & Hydrant: Represents some equipment used in the fire service
  • The Memorial Draped Cross: Represents a memorial to fallen firefighters
  • The Single Red Rose: Represents the love shared by all for the fallen firefighter and signifies the love shown by the ultimate sacrifice made by firefighters while protecting those they served. It also stands for our support for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF).
  • The Blue Minnesota: Represents the sky blue waters of Minnesota and to show MFFMA is a State organization.
  • The “Remember the Fallen” and the Memorial Wreath with Black Ribbon: Red is for fire service and our central theme is to remember and memorialize those who have given their lives in the service of their communities.