2025 YLD Scholarship and Award Applications Open
Key Takeaways
- The Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation is giving more than $50,000 in awards and scholarships in 2025 with applications open until Oct. 30.
The Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation (YLD) is proud to support the next generation of leaders in fire, EMS, hazmat, emergency management, and homeland security, including, military with similar roles.
In 2024, YLD awarded $44,000 to firefighters, public information officers, a state fire marshal, a fire department, and a state fire chiefs association. These awards funded higher education, leadership training, and specialized programs such as Blue Card.
For 2025, YLD has identified over $50,000 in scholarships and awards—and applications are open now through Oct. 30, 2025. Recipients will be announced before the end of the year.
Opportunities Available
Individual Scholarships – $4,000 each
- Online application with essay questions
- Three letters of reference required
- Open to new and previous applicants, including past recipients
Alan Brunacini Special Projects Award – up to $10,000
- Open to individuals, departments, or organizations
- Online application highlighting your project and how it benefits the fire service
Don’t miss your chance to invest in your future and strengthen the fire service. Apply today!