Divisions
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Law Enforcement Division
The Law Enforcement Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is dedicated to supporting law enforcement agencies across the state by providing support in obtaining training, equipment funding, and mental health resources. Our mission is to help ensure that every department, regardless of size or budget, has access to the tools and support needed to serve and protect their communities effectively.
All volunteers within our division are certified law enforcement officers actively serving with their respective agencies throughout the state of Arkansas. They bring a wealth of experience and expertise, ensuring that the support provided is practical, effective, and aligned with the needs of the law enforcement community.
Together, we stand committed to strengthening Arkansas law enforcement agencies, fostering resilience, and enhancing public safety statewide.
Our Law Enforcement Division also contains our School Resource Officer Division
The School Resource Officer (SRO) Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is dedicated to enhancing the safety, training, and well-being of School Resource Officers across the state. Led by a Captain who is an active SRO, this division ensures that officers assigned to schools receive specialized training, mental health support, and opportunities to engage with the communities they serve.
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Fire & Rescue Division
The Fire & Rescue Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is dedicated to assisting fire departments across the state by providing crucial support in training, equipment funding, and mental health resources. Our mission is to ensure that firefighters—both career and volunteer—have access to the tools, knowledge, and support they need to protect lives and property effectively.
All volunteers in our division are certified firefighters actively serving with their respective agencies throughout Arkansas or have been trained as volunteer firefighters through the many volunteer fire departments across the state. Their hands-on experience ensures that the support and resources we provide are practical, relevant, and beneficial to the firefighting community.
Together, we are committed to strengthening Arkansas fire departments, enhancing emergency response capabilities, and supporting those who dedicate their lives to protecting others.
Our Fire & Rescue Division also contains our Search and Rescue Division (SAR) as well as our Dive Team.
The Search and Rescue (SAR) Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is a newly developing unit dedicated to providing specialized assistance in locating and rescuing missing persons across the state. This division is comprised of volunteers from the Arkansas First Responders Bureau who will undergo comprehensive search and rescue training to ensure they are prepared to respond when called upon.
The Dive Team Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is a newly developing unit focused on providing specialized underwater search and recovery assistance. This division is comprised of volunteers from the Arkansas First Responders Bureau who will undergo rigorous dive team training to ensure they are prepared to respond to water-related emergencies when called upon
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EMS & Communications Division
The EMS & Communications Division of the Arkansas First Responders Bureau is dedicated to supporting emergency medical service (EMS) agencies across the state by providing assistance in obtaining training, equipment funding, and any other identified resources. Our mission is to ensure that EMS personnel have the resources, skills, and support needed to deliver high-quality emergency medical care to Arkansas communities.
All volunteers in our division are certified EMS professionals actively serving in various roles within their respective agencies throughout Arkansas. These positions include EMTs, Paramedics, Supervisors, and Medical Dispatchers, ensuring that our support services are informed by real-world experience and tailored to the needs of EMS personnel.
Together, we are committed to strengthening Arkansas EMS agencies, improving emergency medical response, and supporting those who dedicate their lives to saving others.
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The Kitchen Table Foundation
The Kitchen Table Foundation has merged with The Arkansas First Responders Bureau and it’s primary focus is on First Responder Wellness, both physical and mental wellness. The beauty of The Kitchen Table Foundation is that it’s focus is on the mental health of first responders without being an “In Your Face” mental health team. Created to be a place to hang out, free of work and obligations. A place of fellowship. There is no rank at the kitchen table. Any first responder, past or present is welcome at The Kitchen Table.