Peace Officers and Firefighters Scholarship Grant

Peace Officers and Firefighters Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Last Updated: October 07, 2025

Summary

The Peace Officers and Firefighters Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports students pursuing education at any accredited institution in the U.S. Eligible applicants are graduating seniors or graduates from public, private high schools, or homeschoolers residing in ETCF counties. While financial need is not a consideration, applicants must demonstrate a commitment to education. This scholarship reflects the foundation's belief in empowering youth through educational opportunities.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. Peace Officers and Firefighters Scholarship College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating senior or graduate public, private high school, homeschoolMajor/Field of Study: AnyFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Not consideredLength of Support: 1 year

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduating senior or graduate public, private high school, homeschool, who resides within ETCF counties