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Darren Johnson Avalanche Education Memorial Fund - Professional Development Scholarship

YELLOWSTONE CLUB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 1, 2026

175 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Darren Johnson Avalanche Education Memorial Fund - Professional Development Scholarship

Overview: Provides financial support to dedicated professional ski patrollers looking to advance their snow science and avalanche education. The fund was created in honor of Darren Johnson, a friend and seasoned ski patroller who died in an avalanche while on duty helping graduate students collect snowpack data. The fund supports patrollers in advancing their avalanche education and management skills through scholarships that help offset costs of courses, travel, room and board.

Purpose: Support for professional ski patrollers seeking continuing education in avalanche safety and mountain operations

Eligible Courses:

  • Avalanche education courses

  • Snow science training

  • Rescue training

  • Other industry-recognized trainings outside of NAS (National Avalanche School)

  • Professional development in mountain operations
  • Eligibility:

  • Professional ski patrollers

  • Seeking continuing education and professional growth

  • Advanced knowledge and skills development
  • What is Funded:

  • Course fees

  • Travel costs

  • Room and board

  • Other expenses related to professional development
  • Application Timeline for 2026/2027 Season:

  • Applications open: Now

  • Deadline: October 1, 2026

  • Decisions announced: November 2026

  • Awards distributed: Fall 2026
  • Contact: Darren Johnson Avalanche Education Memorial Fund / Yellowstone Club Community Foundation

  • Website: yellowstoneclubfoundation.org/darren-johnson-fund

  • Instagram: @Afirm_Fund
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Submission Method: Click link provided on Foundation's website

    Application Period: Applications are open for 2026/2027 season

    Deadline: October 1, 2026

    Decision Timeline: Decisions announced in November 2026

    Award Distribution: Fall 2026

    Detailed application requirements and materials not specified in provided documentation. Contact Foundation or visit website for complete application instructions.

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    Fields of Work

    professional-development

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