FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Essex Junction Firefighters Association believes in helping a student of any age achieve their goals through continuing education.

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

One $1000 scholarship is awarded each year to an individual who embodies the spirit of volunteerism and community service that the Essex Junction Fire Department was founded upon.

The recipient will have demonstrated a significant commitment to their community and be a resident of the City of Essex Junction. The award is meant to be used toward higher education, including training programs, certifications, or formal classes through an institution of higher learning.

Because we value service of any kind at any stage of life, applicants of any age are welcome to apply.

ONE SCHOLARSHIP

THIS YEARS SCHOLARSHIP

EVERY YEAR

The Essex Junction Firefighters Association awards a scholarship each year to a member of the community continuing their education.

THE AWARD

A single $1,000 scholarship, awarded annually.

WHO CAN APPLY

Graduating seniors at Essex High School, and Essex Junction residents continuing their education.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

The form on this page. Answer every question in full.

WHEN YOU WILL HEAR

Recipients are notified after the deadline and recognized at the annual banquet.

PREFER PAPER

Drop a completed application at the City Offices, 2 Lincoln Street.

HAVE A QUESTION

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SCHOLARSHIP

First name

Last name

Phone

Today's Date

Address

Please list institutions of higher learning applied to, accepted at or attending. If not attending an institution of higher learning, how do you plan on using the scholarship?

Were you involved in school clubs or extracurriculars? If applicable, please list school activities in which you have participated. Include dates and grade levels.

In what ways have you given back to your community? List all community support activities in which you have participated. Please include dates, approximate number of hours of participation and grade levels if applicable.

Have you received any honors or awards related to community service? Please list them here.

Please list any office or positions of leadership held within your school and/or community.

In a minimum of 100 words, please answer the following: In today’s society as more and more expectations are put upon us, our time becomes more valuable. With this in mind, how do you see volunteerism and community service as a part of your future?

In a minimum of 100 words, please answer the following: What skills and knowledge have you gained through your community service? Why do you think this experience makes you a good candidate for this scholarship?