Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships
Funding Amount
$10,000 (total awarded annually)
Deadline
March 23, 2027
349 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships
Funder: Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc (FIRE Foundation)
Total Annual Award: $10,000 distributed among recipients
Geographic Scope: Students attending FIRE partner schools located within the boundaries of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph
Purpose
Award scholarships to students (8th Grade & High School Seniors) who attend FIRE partner schools and have demonstrated commitment to the philosophy of inclusive Catholic education- Grade Levels: 8th Grade students and High School Seniors
- School Requirement: Must attend FIRE partner school located within Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph boundaries
- Selection Criteria: Must demonstrate commitment to helping classmates diagnosed with learning challenges through: - Friendship - Academic support - Peer mentorship
Eligibility
- At least one (1) scholarship to a graduating senior who demonstrates commitment to helping classmates with learning challenges
- One or more (1+) scholarship(s) to graduating 8th graders planning to attend a Catholic high school who demonstrate commitment to helping classmates with learning challenges
Award Categories
- Portion of FIRE Foundation's annual budget is earmarked for student scholarships
- Award announced in spring of each year
Important Notes
- Address: The Catholic Center, 20 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, MO 64105
- Email: info@firefoundation.org
- Phone: 816-226-8698
Contact Information
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Obtain Application: Applications are available from:
- FIRE Office directly
- Principal's Office of the FIRE Partner school the student attends
2. Required Materials:
- Completed scholarship application form
- Student essay (specific prompts not provided in source material)
- Teacher recommendation letter from a teacher who has observed the student supporting a peer with intellectual or developmental disability
3. Submission: Submit through your school's Principal's Office or directly to FIRE Office
4. Review: FIRE Board member committee reviews applications and responds
5. Award Notification: Spring of each year
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