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NFFF Awards Over $500,000 in Scholarships to Families of Fallen Firefighters
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Originally published by firehero.orgProgram supported by the Motorola Solutions Foundation and partners increases access to education for spouses and children of firefighters who have died in …
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Originally published by firehero.org
Program supported by the Motorola Solutions Foundation and partners increases access to education for spouses and children of firefighters who have died in the line of duty
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation selects 56 recipients for 2025-26 academic year; program surpasses $7 million in total support
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) has awarded 56 scholarships totaling $535,109 to the spouses, children, and stepchildren of fallen firefighters for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Since 1997, the NFFF Scholarship Program has provided more than $7.39 million in tuition assistance to 1,765 students across the country. By reducing the financial burden of higher education, the program ensures the legacies of fallen firefighters live on through the accomplishments of their families.
This year's recipients include 38 returning scholars and 18 first-time recipients. NFFF awards scholarships based on applicants' financial need and academic performance, with a special consideration for those working toward degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), and public safety fields.
"These scholarships reflect the NFFF's ongoing commitment to the families of our nation's fallen firefighters," said National Fallen Firefighters Foundation CEO Victor Stagnaro. "Stepping up to cover all or some of their tuition is the least we can do, and I know our generous partners feel the same. We are proud to provide stability and support for these families as they pursue higher education and build brighter futures."
The NFFF scholarship program is made possible through its partners, including Motorola Solutions Foundation, the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions. Since 2005, Motorola Solutions Foundation has funded the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Scholarship program, named in honor of U.S. Senator Paul Sarbanes of Maryland, a longtime advocate for firefighters and fire safety who played a crucial role in the establishment of NFFF.
In 2020, Motorola Solutions Foundation expanded its support by launching the Enhanced Scholarship Initiative (ESI), which provides larger scholarship funds to individuals pursuing degrees in STEM or public safety. Since its inception, ESI has provided 14 full scholarships totaling nearly $400,000.
This academic year, 46 of the 56 scholarship recipients received funding through Motorola Solutions Foundation, including two students pursuing degrees in STEM, with one recipient in their second year of medical school.
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