Survivor Scholarship
Deadline for the 2026-2027 Scholarship Application is October 31,2026.
Scholarship ApplicationIn 1999, the Denver Fire Fighters Burn Foundation started a scholarship program for burn survivors to assist them in reaching their goals. Anyone treated at The Children’s Hospital Burn Center or who attended the Cheley/Children’s Hospital Burn Camp, Winter Camp, or Project Challenge is eligible for the national assistance program.
Applicants must reapply each year for this scholarship and must maintain a GPA of at least 2.0throughout the school year. Up to five scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each will beawarded annually. Any applicant must be pre-enrolled and accepted to a college, university,trade school, or technical school before the grants will be awarded.
Requirements
The following items must be attached to your application for it to be considered:
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High school transcript/GED, including credits and GPA (if applicable)
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College, University, Trade/Technical school transcripts and GPA
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Two letters of recommendation from counselors, teachers, principals, instructors, and professors.
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List of extracurricular activities (sports, community service, clubs, etc.)
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Wallet size (2¼” x 3½”) photograph (e.g., your senior picture)
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must have:
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Received inpatient care at The Children’s Hospital Burn Center or have attended one ofThe Children’s Hospital Burn Camps.
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Completed high school or received a GED or be in his/her senior year at the time ofapplication. Students enrolled in college course work are eligible as well.
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Must have applied for acceptance or accepted to an accredited college, university, trade/technical school.
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Express a need for financial assistance.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Applications must be returned to:
The Denver Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation
775 Mariposa Street
Denver, CO 80204
Applications must be postmarked by Ocotber 31, 2026.
Scholarships will be awarded in November 2026.
