Eligibility Criteria:

• The applicant must be a child (biological or adopted) of an active member of the Louisiana Firefighters Foundation.
• The applicant must be accepted or currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• The applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• The applicant must be pursuing a full-time undergraduate or graduate program.
• The scholarship is available for both in-state and out-of-state students.

Scholarship Award:

• Four scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded each year.
• Justin Westbrook Memorial Award - One $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to the top rated scholar.
• The scholarship may be applied to tuition, books, or other educational costs at an accredited college or university.

Application Process:

1. Submit Application Form:
   • The applicant must complete the official LAFF Scholarship Application Form.
   • The form must include the applicant's full name, contact information, relationship to the LAFF member, and educational plans. 
2. Essay Submission:
   • The applicant must write an essay (no more than 500 words) answering the following question:
     “How has your parent’s role as a firefighter influenced your life, and how will this scholarship help you achieve your academic and career goals?”
   • The essay must be original, thoughtful, and showcase the applicant's passion for their education and future career.
3. Academic Transcripts:
   • The applicant must submit an official high school or college transcript to demonstrate academic achievement.
   • If the applicant is a high school senior, a current transcript will be sufficient.
4. Proof of Parent's Membership:
   • Proof will be verified by the LAFF Scholarship Committee.
   • Must be current on LAFF dues.
5. Two Letters of Recommendation:
   • At least one letter must be from a teacher or academic advisor who can speak to the applicant's character, work ethic, and academic potential.
   • The second letter can come from a community leader, employer, or another individual who can speak to the applicant's leadership abilities and dedication.

All materials must be received by July 17th, 2026. Later or incomplete applications will not be considered.

For any questions or assistance, please contact:
Louisiana Firefighters Foundation
Phone: (504)615-6176
Email: scholarships@louisianafirefighters.com

Please attached a typed essay (approximately 500 words) answering the following prompt (Must be in PDF format):

How has your parent's role as a firefighter influenced your life, and how will this scholarship help you achieve your academic and career goals?

Please attach a copy of your official high school or college transcript (if applicable). If you are a high school senior, your current transcript will be sufficient.

1. One letter must be from a teacher or academic advisor.
2. The second letter may come from a community leader, employer, or other individual who can speak to your leadership abilities and character. (Not a family member)