Joseph Mitchell First Responder Scholarship Application 2023

Joseph Mitchell First Responder Scholarship

Provided by The Joseph Mitchell Memorial Run
Sponsored by the Joseph Mitchell Memorial Run

Purpose:

The Joseph Mitchell First Responder Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students seeking a career as a First Responder or First Responders who are seeking to further their education in their career field. Applicants must meet the criteria below and will be enrolling or are currently enrolled in a qualifying program of study for emergency responder vocational career training.

Eligibility Requirements:
- 18 years or older
- Obtained HS diploma or GED
- Complete the application process and submission by December 23, 2023
- Start program by January 31, 2024
- Provide proof of enrollment of qualifying program in the state of Texas
Scholarship Award:

Applicants chosen to receive the award in the amount of $500 will be notified via email. All complete applications submitted will be reviewed by the Joseph Mitchell First Responder Scholarship Committee who will make the final decision on scholarship recipent(s).

Applications will be accepted no later than December 23, 2023. Incomplete or falsified applications will be rejected. Failure to respond to notification of award by Jauary 31, 2024 will result in forfeiture of all scholarship funds.

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Basic information

Complete all requested information below.
Full Name*

First NameMiddle Initial Last Name
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Cell Number

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Apt/Suite #

CityState

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
H.S. Grad Date or GED:*

Did you take any emergency responder vocational courses in High School?*

YesNo
If yes, which ones?
If no, put N/A
Service Detail
Have you participated in any volunteer programs or are currently employed?*
If yes, which Employer/Volunteer Organization:*
If no, put N/A
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Years of Service:*
Position/Rank:
School of Study
Name of First Responder Program/School*
Must be in the states of Texas
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Anticipated Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Contact for School*

First NameLast Name
Field of Study*
If other, please specify
Questionnaire
What is your greatest strength?*
What would a team gain by having you join them?*
What does the word integrity mean to you?*
How do you respond to criticism and praise from others?*
More than 80 percent of first responders experience traumatic events on the job. Due to challenging and dangerous situations, first responders are at a high risk of developing PTSD as a work-related injury or condition. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), roughly 1 in 3 first responders develop PTSD. In comparison, the incidence of PTSD in the general population is 1 in 5 people.

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/dtac/supplementalresearchbulletin-firstresponders-may2018.pdf
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1359178918302416?via%3Dihub
What type of coping strategies do you use to help with stressful situations?*
Name one program available to first responders whom aid in providing resources, treatment and open communication for those suffering with PTSD. *
Why do you want this scholarship?*

Letter of Recommendation
Who will be providing the Letter of Recommendation on your Character?*
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Upload letter here:*

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Please click check boxes when completed.*

Ensure your application is complete and accurateLetter of Recommendation is uploaded
Will you be participating in the Joseph Mitchell Memorial Run by December 31, 2023?*

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Joseph Mitchell First Responder Scholarship

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Letter of Recommendation

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