The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship
The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship honors the brave firefighters and law enforcement officers who safeguarded our Nevada communities by supporting their family members' pursuit of higher education.
The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship was established by the residents of the Montreux, Arrowcreek, Saddlehorn, and surrounding communities to demonstrate deep appreciation for the firefighters and law enforcement officers who worked tirelessly to hold the fire line during the September 2024 Davis Fire and saved their homes.
The Davis Fire Appreciation Family Scholarships are offered to family members of Nevada firefighters and/or family members of law enforcement who are seeking a 2- or 4-year degree, trade school, or vocational certificate. This is a one-time award of $3,000.
The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship is designed for a student who:
- is a Nevada resident
- is a graduating high school senior in Nevada
- has a minimum 3.0 GPA
- is pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree, certificate, or is enrolled in a trade or vocational program
- is an immediate family member of a Nevada firefighter and/or Nevada law enforcement (documentation will be required)
- agrees to maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA and provide a copy of unofficial transcripts at the end of each semester they are receiving a scholarship
Along with this application, you'll be required to attach:
- Transcript
- Essay describing the impact that having a firefighter or law enforcement officer in your family has had on you, your goals, or your college/career choices
- Letter of Recommendation (please use this template)
- Your family member’s proof of current or past employment from their department
Recipients of the scholarship will be expected to attend a gala award ceremony at the Montreux Country Club with their firefighter/law enforcement family member in May 2025.
The deadline to submit an online application is March 25th.
Current and Future Firefighters and Law Enforcement
For Current First Responders
The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship Fund offers scholarships for continuing education for current firefighters or law enforcement members.
For Future First Responders
Scholarships are also available for individuals interested in becoming firefighters or joining law enforcement by providing financial assistance to cover fees for required courses, if not otherwise covered by the academies (i.e., the Emergency Medical Technician course).
Please contact mduggan@nevadafund.org for more information about these opportunities.