Exclusive Firefighting Scholarships with 2025 Deadlines
August 25, 2025


The Best Firefighting Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines














David Mann Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMann FamilyAmount
$4,000Deadline
Only 3 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of David Mann by supporting individuals who share his generosity and are pursuing careers in firefighting or emergency medical services (EMS).- State: Nebraska
- Field of Study: Firefighting or EMS
- Education Level: High school senior or recent high school graduate
1Brian Chellios Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStacie StreicherAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jan 02, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian Chellios by supporting the next generation of brave fire service workers.- Education Level: Undergraduate or trade student
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Field of Study: Fire science, fire service, or EMS
2Scott Crockett Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott Crockett Memorial FundAmount
$2,000Deadline
Apr 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Scott Crockett by supporting students who are pursuing the noble field of fire service.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Oregon
- Field of Study: Fire or Emergency Medical Service (EMS)
- GPA: 2.0 GPA or higher
- School: Reedsport Community Charter School or Elkton High School
3Gregory A. DeCanio Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJohn & Ilia WalshAmount
$10,900Deadline
Aug 15, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship supports students who are pursuing careers in the emergency services.- Field of Interest: Emergency services, Public Safety, Healthcare, Social work, or another community-baed service field
- State: New York
Scholarship is in review4Skylar's Hope Scholarship
Funded bySkylar's HopeAmount
$1,500Deadline
Apr 22, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Skylar Holly by supporting students who share his passion for helping others and making the world safer.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
- Desired Career: First responder (firefighter, police, EMT, etc.)
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner5Fire and EMS Academy Scholarship
Funded byMatt LintonAmount
$2,500Deadline
Aug 05, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor and encourage people who dream of entering fire or EMS professions but need help paying for the schooling they need to get there.- Education Level: High school graduate
- Age: 18+ years old
- Financial Status: Low-income
- Field of Study: Fire or EMS
Scholarship is in review6Tina and Danny Rodriguez Scholarship
Funded byRandell WittenbergAmount
$523Deadline
Feb 01, 2022Education Level
AnyIn memory of Tina and Danny Rodriguez, this scholarship will support one student who is looking to pursue a career in law enforcement, fire safety, EMS, or 911 services and whose goal it is to serve the public through their work.- Desired Degree: Law Enforcement, Fire Safety, EMS, 911 Services
- Location: Illinois
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner7Janet and Jim Boettcher Memorial Scholarship
Funded byZachary BoettcherAmount
$6,000Deadline
Apr 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Janet and Jim Boettcher by supporting students who are pursuing careers in civil service.- Field of Study: Civil service
- Education Level: High school senior
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners8Breanden Beneschott Fire Memes Scholarship
Funded byBreanden BeneschottAmount
$1,000Deadline
Oct 01, 2021Education Level
AnyThe Breanden Beneschott Fire Memes Scholarship exists to support the creative souls of the world who dream up and make memes that spread truth, humor, and ideas.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner9Maverick Grill and Saloon Scholarship
Funded byMaverick Grill and SaloonAmount
$3,000Deadline
May 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are mavericks and are unique in their own ways.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, trade school
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners10
Frequently Asked Questions
Students can find scholarships by searching the Bold.org scholarships page and browsing the "Public Safety" category using the filters. Depending on your background, students may even be able to apply for scholarships in other categories. Other relevant or more general scholarship awards can be found on Bold.org. Completing the FAFSA form also determines your eligibility for federal student aid and federal financial aid programs, such as the Pell Grant. The FAFSA also determines eligibility for annual scholarships awarded to support students attending an accredited college.
It is never too late or too early to apply. Entry-level positions at firefighting departments require at least a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. However, high school seniors can plan ahead by applying for scholarships for future firefighters. Most firefighters are middle-aged, with 50% of firefighters being between 30 and 49 years old. Whether you have recently started college or have already long since earned your degree, anyone with student debt is an eligible applicant for scholarships on Bold.org.
Yes, volunteers or future firefighters can still receive financial aid through firefighting scholarships. There are always scholarships available that may be a better fit for you than another. We encourage you to try applying to the scholarships listed on this page or to explore the Bold.org scholarships page for other opportunities you qualify for.