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About Us
Fire Safe Marin is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing fire hazards, promoting fire safety awareness, and helping residents prepare for wildfires in Marin County, California.
Who We Are
Fire Safe Marin is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a fire-adapted community in Marin County, California. We provide educational programs, resources, and expertise to help residents, neighborhoods, and stakeholders prepare for wildfire and reduce fire hazards.
Fire Safe Marin is the primary source of Marin Wildfire’s publicly funded outreach and education. We collaborate with a diverse network of partners, including:
- Fire agencies and districts
- Residents and neighborhoods
- Community-based organizations
- Public and private land managers
- Landscape professionals
- Insurance companies
- Firewise USA
- Utility companies
- Building professionals
- Local government
- Schools
- Realtors
Our Mission
Fire Safe Marin’s mission is to educate our community about the dangers of wildfires and what we all can do to help save lives, protect homes, and create a resilient environment. We foster community involvement by building partnerships and providing resources for mitigating fire danger.
Our Values
GUIDED BY SCIENCE
Advancements in wildfire science and ecological mitigation practices are the foundation of our messages and educational programs.
SAFETY FIRST
FSM prioritizes messages about personal safety, educating residents to sign up for alerts, make an evacuation plan, know where and how to evacuate, and be ready to go.
INCLUSIVITY
We are committed to reaching all residents and visitors of Marin County with relevant, clear and effective messages to protect individuals and keep our community safe.
COLLABORATION
FSM strives to meet the needs of the moment, responding to events that raise concerns, creating messages and programs that address the priorities of the MWPA, and responding to residents’ questions with accurate information within 24 hours.
BETTER TOGETHER
Adapting to wildfire is a collective responsibility. We work collaboratively with the MWPA, member agencies, governmental and private organizations, and community partners to build a network.
CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT
FSM’s resources and outreach consistently improve through incremental breakthroughs learned by experience, data gathering, and critical review.
What We Do
Fire Safe Marin is passionately committed to reducing wildfire risk and improving the safety of our local communities. Our multifaceted approach encompasses 18 programmatic areas, including initiatives like the annual Ember Stomp Wildfire Prevention Festival, a vibrant community event that fosters awareness and action; Wildfire Watch TV specials, which provide timely, expert guidance during wildfire season to address resident concerns; and, delivering professional training for landscaping and building professionals, integrating fire safety principles into their work to create a safer environment for all.
Focusing on comprehensive community education, proactive outreach, and strong partnerships, we empower residents to prepare their families, homes, and properties for wildfire. By fostering a culture of collaboration and preparedness, and implementing targeted strategies across our programs, Fire Safe Marin is committed to reducing wildfire risks and mitigating their impacts.
Together, we’re building a more resilient community in the face of wildfire challenges.
Programmatic Areas
We offer a wide range of programs and resources that promote wildfire safety preparedness.
