National First Responder Day 2026
Observed Oct. 28, National First Responder Day was first recognized in 2019 to honor the service and sacrifice of first responders following advocacy by Officer Sean Collier’s family.
National First Responder Day is observed on October 28 and was first recognized in 2019 to honor the service and sacrifice of first responders. The observance followed advocacy by the family of Officer Sean Collier, who was killed by suspects in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing; the Chambersburg Police Department thanks its first responder partners and the community for their support. The department extends gratitude to those serving the community today and every day.