Virginia Fire Chiefs Foundation Memorial Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Virginia

Program Description: Provides financial assistance for educational and professional development in the fire/EMS and public safety fields.

Eligibility

Applicant Categories:

• Active fire/EMS service personnel in Virginia (Volunteer or Career)
• Spouses or dependents of active fire/EMS service personnel in Virginia (Volunteer or Career)
• Non-profit organizations (such as fire departments)

Requirements:

• VFCA Membership required (individual and/or Chief membership) for consideration
• Must be pursuing a degree that will benefit the Public Safety field
• Must provide proof of enrollment with scholarship application

Eligible Programs/Degrees

• Virginia Fire Rescue Conference (VFRC) courses
• Virginia Fire Officer Academy (VFOA)
• VA Fire Chiefs Academy
• Associate Degree Programs
• Bachelor Degree Programs
• Master Degree Programs
• Trade Schools
• Vocational Schools

Award Details:

• Awards may vary in amounts up to $2,500
• Awardees will be invited to Annual VFR Conference for recognition and presentation
• Attendance at conference is not mandatory
• Successful applicants notified by January 1st

Application Period: September 1 - December 1 annually

Contact Information:

• Phone: (888) 818-0983
• Email: [email protected]
• Address: P.O. Box 699, Blackstone, VA 23824

Application Process

Application Timeline:

• Applications accepted: September 1 - December 1 annually
• Notifications sent: By January 1st
• Recognition: Annual Virginia Fire & Rescue Conference

Required Materials:

1. Completed Application Form
2. Written Statement (Mandatory - Typed)
   • Font: 12 point Arial
   • Spacing: Double-spaced
   • Length: No more than 3 pages
   • Content requirements:
   • Your background
   • Educational goals
   • Why this educational opportunity will be useful to you
   • Why you are applying for financial assistance
   • For organizational applications:
   • Description of the organization
   • How the educational program will benefit the organization
   • Why financial assistance is necessary
3. Proof of Enrollment: Document showing enrollment in eligible program

Note: Failure to complete the written statement portion and fully address all required items will result in application disqualification.

Submission: Online application form (CLICK HERE button available on website)