UFLAC Fire Foundation Grants and Scholarships
Funding Amount
$500 - $2,000
Deadline
November 1, 2026
207 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
UFLAC Fire Foundation Grants and Scholarships
Funder: United Firefighters of Los Angeles City Fire Foundation (UFLACFF), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization created by IAFF Local 112
Geographic Scope: Los Angeles, California
Award Distribution: Twice per year (mid-year and December distributions)
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be an active firefighter or dependent of an active firefighter
- Must be seeking to further their education
- May need assistance with tuition, books, materials, trade-specific tools or equipment, internet access, etc.
- An active firefighter or their immediate family member is eligible for an Award Grant once every 12-month period
- Award amounts based on specific needs of each applicant
Awards Distribution
- Awards announced in July and December
- Awards made directly to applicant if over age 18, or to parents/guardians of a minor child
Funding
Funding made possible by UFLACFF donations from supporters of UFLACFF and UFLAC Local 112, designated specifically to support these opportunities for firefighters and their immediate families.
Major Sponsors Include:
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
United Firefighters of Los Angeles City, IAFF Local #112
c/o UFLACFF Scholarship/Grant Program
1571 W Beverly Blvd, Suite 201
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Email: edugrant@uflac.org
Phone: (213) 895-4006
How to Apply
Application Process
Submission Methods:
Required Documents:
1. Completed Application Form (online or PDF)
2. JPEG Photo - for foundation files and use in Foundation-related materials
3. Essay (500 word maximum, typed or written and clearly legible)
- Written by applicant or parent/guardian
- Must include:
- How the award will benefit the applicant's life
- How they will serve others in the future
- Their area of study
- Last grade completed
- School of choice for higher education purposes
4. Biography (2 page maximum)
Selection Criteria
- Applications evaluated by UFLACFF Awards Committee (comprised of Foundation Board Members, active firefighters who are non-Board members, and UFLACFF Advisory Committee)
- Applicant name and personal identifying information will be redacted prior to review by the committee
- Awards granted based on information provided by applicant and specific financial needs
Application Deadlines:
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