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WNY Scholarships for Relatives of First Responders & Veterans 

If you're connected with a former vet or first responder you may be eligible for these local scholarships!

Veterans

WNY Heroes

A relative of a WNY veteran.  

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American Legion Legacy Scholarship

A few different awards for WNY children or grandchildren of the military.  

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Erie County American Legion

Created for families of veterans in WNY.  

 

First Responders

Firefighter Arno Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship for seniors planning to attend college & are the son or daughter of a first responder employed in WNY.     

 

Fireman's Association of NY

WNY local student who is the child of a firefighter; or an Explorer.  

 

100 Club of Buffalo

WNY student who is the son or daughter of a police, fire, or other emergency responder. Must demonstrate achievement & leadership.

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Erie County Fire Chief's Mutual Aid Organization Scholarship

Must be a Jr. Firefighter, Firefighter, or Firefighter's immediate family.  Applicants must be planning to continue their education after high school.  Application here.

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