Scholarship Information
Illinois Fire Chiefs Association
Educational & Research Foundation
(2010 Scholarship Competition Is Now Closed.)
Each year the Foundation, in cooperation with the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association, coordinates a scholarship program made possible by the generosity of various donors.
The objective of this scholarship program is to assist individuals desiring to further their academic background through courses in the Fire Services or related certification programs. Individual scholarships are to be awarded in various amounts up to $2,000.
Who is Eligible . . . any person who is an active member of a recognized Fire Department in the State of Illinois.
How to apply . . . applicants must complete all sections of the application. In addition, attach an essay of approximately 250 words stating why you are applying for financial assistance and why you believe a scholarship will be useful to you.
In evaluating the applications, consideration will be given to those demonstrating need, desire, initiative, and carrying endorsement. Documentation of previous academic achievement should be furnished. Scholarship Application must be postmarked by March 15, of the year. NO Facsimiles or E-mail accepted. Mail completed application and documentation to the IFCA Foundation, PO Box 7, Skokie, Illinois 60076-0007.
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The 2010 Foundation Scholarship Awards |
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The 2010 Scholarship Program sponsored by the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association Educational & Research Foundation recently named the recipients of its 2010 grants. A total of 100 scholarships were recently announced at the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association Annual Symposium held in Peoria, Illinois. The monetary value of this year’s grants totaled $76,500.00.
The Foundation Board of Directors extend their gratitude to the many varied groups and individuals who have supported this worthwhile program. We also thank the many individuals who applied. We encourage those who applied, but were not selected, to continue in their educational endeavors.
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