Eric Fernandes Memorial Scholarship
College scholarships for sons and daughters of New Bedford, Massachusetts firefighters; the number of awards varies with funds raised. Last year 20 awards of $700-$900 were given.
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Who can apply
- parent is a firefighter in the City of New Bedford, MA
- From New Bedford, MA
- Lives or goes to school in Massachusetts
How to apply
Open this listing in the Scholarship Finder for the application page and contact details. This foundation has no website; most small foundations take applications by mail or through the local high school’s counseling office. A short, polite letter asking for the application works well.
Is this legit?
Trust 75/100 Run by an IRS-registered charity that reports its scholarship grants on its annual tax filing. No red flags.
Source: IRS Form 990 (tax year 2024) · checked September 30, 2026. Sponsors change dates and amounts; confirm with the sponsor before you apply.
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