Ken Akerley Training Grant General Information:

Grant Application

The Ken Akerley Training Grant Program, implemented in 2002, is designed to provide rural firefighters, in need of current training, the opportunity to attend the annual ASFA Fall Training Conference. Our project and criteria for applying are outlined below.

*Provide needed assistance for rural firefighters to attend certified training at the ASFA Annual Conference in September. Specifically, we will provide airfare, hotel, and conference fees, as needed, for each selected individual excluding pre-conference training. Applicants may attend pre-conference training at their own expense.    

*Program provides reimbursement for expenses. Applicant, if approved, makes their own reservations. In an effort to use the grant wisely, airfare must be 21 day advance notice pricing. Reimbursement will not be made if approved applicants cancel or fail to attend all classes.

* Applications must be received prior to conference. Grant funds are limited and applicants are encouraged to apply before July 15th.

High school student scholarship general information:

Scholarship Application

As a benefit of membership, the Alaska State Firefighters Association will award up to $2000 per year to graduating seniors of association members in good standing of the ASFA. The scholarship monies will be divided evenly between all qualified applicants with a cap of $500 per student.

In order to qualify, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

• enrolled with a letter of acceptance from the college or vocational school (approved or accredited),
• have a minimum of 2.0+ GPA,
• graduating from an Alaskan high school,
• be an ASFA member or parent/guardian is an ASFA member in good standing, and;
• meet the appiication deadline of May 15th.