Because of its continued commitment to the education of Florida’s firefighters, the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Foundation has created a scholarship program that is specifically intended to provide financial support for individuals who cannot otherwise afford to attend an approved Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards and related Emergency Medical Technician certification program.
Scholarship Details
- Supports tuition and expenses for Firefighter Minimum Standards and EMT certification programs in Florida
- Focused on assisting at-risk and economically disadvantaged applicants
- Number of recipients and award amounts vary annually
- Applications are currently closed but reopen on a recurring basis
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a resident of Florida and attend a Florida educational institution
- Must be considered at-risk and/or economically disadvantaged
- Must have applied for financial assistance at the institution offering the program
- Must be a U.S. citizen with proof of citizenship and hold a high school diploma or GED
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License
- Must agree to and pass a background check
Application Process
- Confirm Florida residency, U.S. citizenship, and possession of a valid driver’s license
- Apply for financial assistance through the chosen educational institution
- Prepare documentation including diploma/GED, driving record, and proof of tobacco-free status
- Submit scholarship application to the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Foundation before the program deadline (when applications are open)
- Complete required background check and meet program-specific requirements
Employment as a career firefighter provides stability, structure, a second family, and the ability to give back to the community in a very real and direct way. The foundation recognizes how important the chance at a financially stable life can be to a person who is economically disadvantaged.
