Fire Service Psychology Association – 2026 Annual Conference
Portland, Oregon
About the Fire Service Psychology Association (FSPA)
The Fire Service Psychology Association (FSPA) is a national, IRS‑recognized 501(c)(30) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing evidence‑based psychological health, resilience, and performance within the fire service and emergency response professions.
FSPA connects psychologists, researchers, clinicians, fire service leaders, peer‑support professionals, and behavioral‑health practitioners to improve outcomes related to:
- Occupational stress and trauma exposure
- PTSD, depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention
- Leadership decision‑making under stress
- Organizational culture and resilience
- Family and relational health in the fire service
The Challenge: Access to Expertise
Many of the most qualified experts in fire service psychology—including clinicians, researchers, and seasoned practitioners—work in environments that do not fund professional travel or conference participation. As a result, cost barriers prevent high‑quality presenters from sharing critical knowledge with the fire service community.
Sponsorship support directly removes these barriers, ensuring that the 2026 FSPA Conference features the strongest possible educational content for first responders nationwide.
Sponsorship Opportunity: Presenter Access & Education Support
FSPA invites organizations to sponsor Presenter Access Scholarships, which underwrite travel and lodging costs for selected presenters whose work directly supports firefighter and first responder behavioral health.
Sponsorship funds are used exclusively for:
- Economy airfare or ground transportation
- Conference‑rate lodging
- Per‑diem travel expenses (per FSPA policy)
Funds are awarded by FSPA, not paid directly to individuals, ensuring compliance with nonprofit and sponsor requirements.
Why Sponsor a Presenter for FSPA’s 2026 Conference?
Sponsors gain:
- Alignment with first responder mental health and public safety
- Visibility among fire service leaders, clinicians, and decision‑makers
- Recognition as a supporter of evidence‑based education and workforce resilience
- Long‑term reputational value tied to firefighter wellness and community safety
Sponsorship Levels
$2,500 – Presenter Access Sponsor
- Supports one sponsored presenter
- Recognition on conference website
- Acknowledgment in conference program
$5,000 – Education Partner
- Supports up to two sponsored presenters
- Logo placement on conference materials
- Verbal acknowledgment during opening session
$10,000 – Behavioral Health Champion
- Supports a keynote or featured educational track
- Prominent logo placement
- Recognition during plenary session
- Post‑conference impact summary
$15,000+ – Named Scholarship Sponsor
- Establishes a named Presenter Access Scholarship Fund
- Customized recognition package
- Opportunity to align sponsorship with sponsor’s community health priorities
Stewardship & Accountability
FSPA provides:
- Transparent use of funds
- Post‑conference sponsor summary outlining:
- Number of presenters supported
- Educational topics delivered
- Audience reach and professional impact
Contact
Fire Service Psychology Association
Robert Avsec, FSPA Operations Chief
E | chiefavsec@firepsychology.org
W | www.firepsychology.org