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2007 Fire-Service Scholarship Application Deadline is June 1Fairfax, Va., May 10, 2007... Fire service professionals who want to further their professional education can apply for educational scholarships with the International Association of Fire Chiefs Foundation (IAFCF). IAFCF provides financial assistance to emergency services personnel for study at college level or above. The IAFC Foundation administers a scholarship program and awards grants once a year ranging from $500 to $5,000. The deadline for application is June 1, 2007. Last year, 17 fire service personnel received a total of $25,000 in awards from the IAFC Foundation. Active fire-service personnel who have a minimum of two years paid or three years volunteer (or a combination of paid and volunteer) service with a state, county, provincial, municipal, community, industrial or federal fire department and who have demonstrated proficiency within the fire service are eligible to apply for a scholarship to support tuition to a recognized institution of higher education. Fire Explorers are also eligible. Preference is given to those demonstrating need, desire and initiative. Among the 2006 scholarship recipients were the following IAFC members: Chief James Armstrong, Roanoke, Va.; Captain Robert Bachler, Wauconda, Ill.; Shift Commander Patrick Gericke, Oak Forest, Ill.; Chief Lawton Smith, Thunderbolt, Ga.; Chief Samuel Walters, Lakewood, Colo. “I am impressed with the depth and breadth of our applicants,” said Chief William D. Killen, IAFC Foundation board member. “I’m proud to be associated with professionals who not only support their community, but make the extra effort to advance their education.” Applications are available for download at www.iafc.org in the Resource section or at www.iafcf.org. For more information, contact Judy Kirk at jkirk@iafc.org or call 703-537-4830. -end- |
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