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NFPA and State Farm Team Up for Fire Prevention Week 2025

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is proudly partnering with State Farm® for the ninth consecutive year to promote Fire Prevention Week™, which will take place from October 5-11, 2025. This year’s theme, "Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-ion Batteries in the Home," emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the potential risks associated with the use of lithium-ion batteries, which power many common household devices.

State Farm will distribute nearly 4,800 Fire Prevention Week toolkits across 48 states. These toolkits contain a variety of resources such as brochures, posters, and magnets that local fire departments will utilize during school visits, community events, and open houses. Kelly Ransdell, the director of public education at NFPA, expressed gratitude for State Farm’s continuous support, stating, "The proactive support we receive from State Farm strengthens our ability to reach the public with critical fire safety messages," underscoring the need for effective fire safety education in homes where a significant number of U.S. fire fatalities occur.

Lithium-ion batteries are prevalent in our daily lives, powering devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops, e-cigarettes, and even toys. Ransdell noted that this campaign will help inform the public about proper purchasing, charging, and recycling practices for these batteries. "Helping people manage the risks of everyday life is a fundamental part of our mission," added Rasheed Merritt, assistant vice president of Corporate Responsibility at State Farm. Their collaborative efforts aim to provide timely information that can ultimately help in reducing the risks of home fires associated with these batteries.

Fire Prevention Week, which NFPA has sponsored for more than a century, serves as a vital public awareness campaign focused on diminishing the risk of home fires. The campaign aims to instill confidence in communities, equipping them with the necessary information to safeguard their homes and loved ones.

To explore more of what this year’s Fire Prevention Week entails, individuals can visit www.fpw.org for further details. Both NFPA and State Farm are dedicated to ensuring that fire safety remains a pressing subject that families can discuss, particularly as they welcome new technologies into their homes.

About NFPA:
Founded in 1896, NFPA is a nonprofit organization that strives to eliminate fire-related deaths, injuries, and losses through research and education. It offers a variety of resources including codes and standards available online for free at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.

About State Farm:
With over 100 years in the industry, State Farm’s mission has constantly revolved around helping people navigate the everyday risks of life while also providing recovery options for unexpected events. Their incredibly vast network, comprising over 19,400 agents and 67,000 employees, ensures they deliver quality auto and home insurance while actively working to educate communities about safety.

As Fire Prevention Week continues to grow, it represents not just a week of awareness but an ongoing commitment to protect homes and improve safety across the nation. Don’t miss out on the resources and knowledge available this October, and make a conscious effort to educate those around you about the importance of fire safety and the proper handling of lithium-ion batteries in the home.