2026 First Responder Cycle
OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJuly 1, 2026
Scholarship Opportunity
Nevada Police Foundation First Responder Family Scholarship
Offered by Nevada Police Foundation
Two $500 awards for qualifying dependents from Nevada law-enforcement families pursuing accredited education in any field.
Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student
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Application Timeline
Important application dates
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Eligibility
- Be a qualifying child or spouse of a Nevada law-enforcement family under the program's dependency rules.
- Have a parent, guardian, or spouse serving as a sworn officer for an eligible Nevada agency.
- Enroll or plan to enroll in an accredited college, trade school, or vocational program.
- Have at least a 2.5 GPA; any field of study is eligible.
Requirements
- Complete the application.
- Provide a current report card or transcript.
- Provide three recommendation letters.
- Write the required 1,000-word essay explaining why the scholarship is important.
How to Apply
- 1Verify the law-enforcement family relationship.
- 2Prepare academic records and three recommendations.
- 3Complete the essay and application.
- 4Mail the packet by the published deadline.
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