The IBFA
Established in 1992, the Indianapolis Black Firefighters Association (IBFA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the community via the motto set by its predecessors, "All We Are, We Owe." This is the reason why the IBFA has been a leader, mentor, provider and protector through community-centered initiatives, programs, partnerships and resources.
The IBFA carries out its mission through various programming and partnerships paired with resources made available to the organization’s members and the community.
Member Mentoring & Educational Programs
Circle City Classic
Infant Care Safety Gear
Community Care Packages
Fire Safety & Prevention Education
Covid-19 Meals Giveaway
Thanksgiving Meals Giveaway
Christmas at the Firehouse
Voter Registration Drive
Racial Justice Peace Walk
Our work is made possible with the generous support from our donors and partners:
Our Donors
City of Indianapolis
Indianapolis Fire Department
FirstNet/AT&T
Indiana Historical Society
eWAY Foundation
Keep Indianapolis Beautiful
Our Partners
Patachou Foundation
Gleaners
Marion County Health Department
Cunningham Restaurant Group
Selah CWFM
Second Helpings
Safeway Foods
Board of Directors
Executive Officers
Corey Floyd, President
Trasey Graham, Vice President
Arthur J. Borel, Treasurer
Executive Board
Aaron Thomas
Terrell Al Shariff
Adrian Arnett-Smith
Lance Fleming
Cliff Johnson
Nina Powell
Sharing Our History
To further engage in building a healthy, safe, and prosperous community for all, the IBFA founded the Indianapolis Black Firefighters Museum. The museum is located in the IBFA headquater, fire station Old No. 31.
