Firefighters are donating blood. Start of the 21st edition of the program "Fiery Rescuer - Hot Blood"

The 21st edition of the program is starting “Fiery Rescuer – Hot Blood”. This is a nationwide initiative of the Polish Red Cross, implemented in cooperation with the State Fire Service and the Association of Volunteer Fire Brigades of the Republic of Poland.

For years, firefighters have shown that saving lives does not end with the completion of a rescue operation. In many localities, they organize blood drives, engage residents, and encourage others to share what is most valuable – blood that can save lives. Their commitment to voluntary blood donation is another example of serving others and real assistance to those in need.

Units of the State Fire Service and Volunteer Fire Brigades from all over Poland can participate, as can individual professional and volunteer firefighters.

Competition is conducted in several categories, including:

In this year's edition, activities will be assessed carried out from January 2 to December 31, 2026.

Units of the State Fire Service and Volunteer Fire Brigades can submit their participation until March 31, 2026, via an online form.

👉 Application form (link)

👉 Report on organized blood donation campaigns (link)

After the district stage is completed, national winners will be selected. The program summary and award ceremony are planned for April 30, 2027.