WSCFF Benevolent Fund Scholarship Opening Soon
Offered by Washington State Council of Fire Fighters
About This Scholarship
The Washington State Council of Fire Fighters, the state's IAFF affiliate representing more than 9,000 professional fire fighters, awards Benevolent Fund scholarships each year to the dependents of its members and retirees. The fund is fueled by sales of Washington's fire fighter special license plate and an annual donation from insurance brokerage DiMartino Associates, and in a typical year it spreads tens of thousands of dollars across dozens of graduating seniors.
Applicants must be high school seniors and dependents of WSCFF members or retirees, with plans to attend an accredited university, community college, or trade school. The scholarship committee scores candidates on GPA, class load, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and an essay.
The application runs on a winter cycle: the 2027 application opens December 15, 2026, and based on the just-completed cycle it remains open through mid-March, with winners notified in early May. Applications are submitted through the WSCFF website while the window is open.
Eligibility
- Dependent of a WSCFF member or retiree (Washington State Council of Fire Fighters, IAFF)
- High school senior at the time of application
- Planning to attend an accredited university, community college, or trade school
How To Apply
- Watch the WSCFF Benevolent Fund scholarships page for the application to open on December 15, 2026
- Complete the application with your GPA, class load, and extracurricular record
- Attach letters of recommendation and the required essay
- Submit before the window closes (the prior cycle closed March 15) and watch for notification in early May
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for a WSCFF Benevolent Fund scholarship?
High school seniors who are dependents of Washington State Council of Fire Fighters members or retirees and plan to attend an accredited university, community college, or trade school.
When can I apply for the 2027 scholarship?
The application opens December 15, 2026 on the WSCFF website; the prior cycle ran December 15 through March 15.
How are winners chosen?
The scholarship committee scores GPA, class load, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and an essay.