BCHS Scholarship

The Scholarship Program is funded solely from community donations, memberships, and generous and committed giving by our many partners and sponsors. We are very thankful for each and every one of these donors, as without them, we would be unable to offer this successful and impactful college assistance program.  Many of our scholarships are what we refer to as “Named Scholarships,” meaning that a family has donated money to award in honor or memory of a loved one who has passed, frequently a first responder’s spouse or parents. Other scholarships may be sponsored by a local business, and lastly, the majority of scholarships are DMFFC Scholarships coming from money raised throughout the year through memberships and other fundraisers promoted by our local community partners.

SCHOLARSHIP TYPES, CRITERIA, AND TIMELINE

Types:  Scholarship may be awarded for eligible person wishing to pursue a course of study beyond high school as an undergraduate student. Awards are not available for those seeking a post-graduate college degree (Master’s Degree). Eligible programs include but are not limited to: Accredited colleges and universities, and Post-secondary trade schools.  The DMFFC scholarship awards are one-time and funds are issued directly to the attending institution or trade school for tuition, books, fees, and/or housing. For 2024, we will award two (2) scholarships for $1,500 each.

Criteria:  To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you MUST be a student in good standing at Boulder Creek High School.  Applicants must also maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and provide documentation of community service hours.  A written essay is to be completed, see application, and two letters of recommendation.

Timeline:  Each scholarship is based on an academic year. For example, if you are going to be graduating high school or returning to school in Fall 2024 (academic year: 2024-25) and are interested in applying for a scholarship, you will need to apply for the DMFFC’s Scholarship Application Process which opens February 1, 2024 and closes April 28, 2024.  Notifications of award/no award are made by the third week in May. Application Deadline: April 28, 2024.

Here are the items you will need in advance of filling out the application below: 

1.) Current High School Transcript

2.) 250 – 500 word Essay: Describe how volunteer or community service has shaped who you are today and what community service has taught you. Also, discuss in your essay about any challenges or obstacles you have dealt with and overcome in life and how this will help you succeed in college and beyond.

3.) Resume/Activity Sheet

4.) Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (with contact information)

BCHS Scholarship Application

  • Applicant Information

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  • Parent(s) or Legal Guardian(s) Information

  • Academics

  • MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • Attach proof of GPA. Your most recent school transcript is required.
    Max. file size: 300 MB.
  • Please list school name and location
  • Activities, Interests & Honors

  • Essay

  • Describe how volunteer or community service has shaped who you are today and what community service has taught you. Also, discuss in your essay about any challenges or obstacles you have dealt with and overcome in life and how this will help you succeed in college and beyond.
  • Support Materials

  • Letters must contain contact information
    Max. file size: 300 MB.
  • Letters must contain contact information
    Max. file size: 300 MB.
  • Max. file size: 300 MB.
  • I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also consent that if chosen as a scholarship winner my picture may be taken and used to promote the scholarship program. (Winner may waive photo due to unusual or compelling circumstances.) I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to Daisy Mountain Firefighters Scholarship policy, I must be present at any potential awards ceremony, surprise, or reception to receive my scholarship award. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to Daisy Mountain Firefighters Charities Scholarship policy, it is my responsibility to remit to the Daisy Mountain Firefighters Charities the appropriate information for my scholarship to be paid directly to my educational institution in December 2023/January 2024. I hereby understand I will not submit this application without all required attachments and supporting information. Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet eligibility criteria will not be considered for this scholarship.

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