The application period for the 2009 National Junior Firefighter Program scholarships, sponsored by Baskin-Robbins®, is now open. Ten $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to junior firefighters nationwide who demonstrate commitment and dedication to their local junior firefighter program and the fire service. The application and criteria for the competitive scholarships are available on the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Web site at www.nvfc.org/juniors. Applications must be received by 5pm EDT on May 15.
Thanks to the support of Baskin-Robbins and the Dunkin’ Brands Community Foundation, which is dedicated to serving those who serve others – especially in times of crisis, the 2009 NVFC National Junior Firefighter Scholarship and Grant Program is offering a combined total of $100,000 in scholarships to outstanding junior firefighters and grants to departments to support their junior firefighter programs. Hundreds of exceptional junior firefighters from across the country applied for last year’s scholarships, and this year is expected to attract even more applicants.
New in 2009, the $50,000 in department grants will be awarded separately from the $50,000 in scholarships. The ten $5,000 grants sponsored by the Dunkin’ Brands Community Foundation will help departments further develop or expand their existing junior firefighter program. The grant application period will open in April and close August 15. Additional information will be provided in the coming months.
Department members and junior firefighter program coordinators are encouraged to inform their department’s junior members about the scholarship opportunity. Scholarships can be applied to a two- or four-year institution of higher learning, a trade school, or a certification program. Students who are a senior in high school or who have graduated from high school within the past three years are eligible for the scholarship. For full program criteria, visit www.nvfc.org/juniors.
If your department has a junior firefighter program, or you or someone you know is an outstanding junior firefighter who is a high school senior or recent high school graduate, visit www.nvfc.org/juniorsfor application criteria and requirements. Learn more about the National Junior Firefighter Program at www.nvfc.org/juniors.