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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

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a safe, fire-adapted community in Marin County, California. We offer a wide range of programs and resources that promote wildfire safety preparedness, reduce fuel loads and fire hazards, build community cooperation, and encourage environmentally sound fire mitigation practices.

Named as a trusted partner and primary funded source of for wildfire education in Marin, Fire Safe Marin is the official outreach arm of The Marin Wildfire (MWPA).

Fire Safe Marin works in partnership with:

  • Fire departments 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
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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.

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Programmatic Areas

We offer a wide range of programs and resources that promote wildfire safety preparedness.

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