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⚠️ This scholarship is no longer accepting applications. Closed June 1, 2026
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Zach Myers Memorial Firefighter Scholarship

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$1,000

deadline Due: June 1, 2026
graduates No min. GPA required

Description

The purpose of the Zach Myers Memorial Firefighter Scholarship is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from high school(s) located within Johnson County, Kansas, who are planning to attend an accredited school or certification program for the purpose of receiving Firefighter I & II certifications, and/or EMS certification at or above the level of Emergency Medical Technician. Applicants must be a graduating senior who plans to attend an accredited public or proprietary institution. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from at least two of the following persons (no relatives): Explorer Post advisor, high school representative (principal or academic advisor), or community representative. Priority will be given to students in the following order: (1) Members of the Fire Explorer Post 2884. (2) Graduating seniors from any high school in Olathe, KS. (3) Graduating seniors from any high school in Johnson County, KS. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.