Captain Fred Schwan Firefighter/Paramedic Memorial Scholarship Grant

Captain Fred Schwan Firefighter/Paramedic Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation
Last Updated: September 25, 2025

Summary

The Captain Fred Schwan Firefighter/Paramedic Memorial Scholarship, established by the family and friends of Fred Schwan, aims to support the training of aspiring firefighters and paramedics in Ashland County. Fred Schwan dedicated over 30 years to public service as a firefighter and paramedic in Ashland, embodying a commitment to community and service. This scholarship continues his legacy by providing financial assistance to those pursuing certifications in firefighting and paramedicine, fostering a new generation of dedicated professionals.

Overview

Ashland County Community Foundation Ashland County Community Foundation didn’t begin, as many community foundations do, with a large gift from a single wealthy donor. Our foundation was started in 1995 by a group of charitably-minded community members who each gave what they could. Their goal was to encourage Ashland County residents to invest their charitable gifts in the future of Ashland County. Since then, ACCF has become a trusted philanthropic partner for thousands of families and individuals who want to invest in the future of Ashland County through endowment. ACCF now has over 700 endowment funds under administration. More than $35 million has been given back to the Ashland County community in the form of grants, scholarships and individual fund distributions. Scholarships Ashland County Community Foundation offers scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors, continuing college students and non-traditional students. Captain Fred Schwan Firefighter/Paramedic Memorial Scholarship Fred was a life-long resident of Ashland County, a 1971 graduate of Ashland High School, and served the city of Ashland for over 30 years in the capacity as Fire dispatcher, Volunteer firefighter, full-time firefighter/paramedic and finished his professional career as Captain at Ashland Fire Department. He also was active as a volunteer firefighter with Mifflin and Hayesville-Vermillion Fire Departments until his death in September 2016. He had a passion for his community and served proudly in many volunteer activities with the schools and church however, his greatest passion after his love of God and his family and friends was firefighting. Fred also was owner of Schwan Moving Service, which became Schwan Lawn and Landscape, LLC when his son Nicolaus joined him in the business. He used the business to support local fundraising efforts such as sponsoring sports teams and buying ads in school programs. Fred was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he served for years on the Building and Grounds Committee and assisted with mission trips. This scholarship is set up by the family and friends of Fred to support training of firefighters and paramedics who have a desire to serve Ashland County.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. A graduate of any high school Residing in Ashland CountyMaintained a GPA of 3.0 or above while in high school (transcript not required for applicants that have graduated more than five years ago)Have been accepted to an accredited program resulting in FF-Level 1, FF-Level 2 or Paramedic certification.