Scholarships and Other Support for Families of Fallen Firefighters
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers. In response to our national tragedy, the Foundation is working with FEMA and USFA to ensure that all necessary… Continue reading
Free Groceries and Job Training for DC Residents
Community Family Life Services is a non-profit inclusive Christian organization that facilitates personal growth, independence and integration into the community for the homeless and low-income families and individuals, regardless of their faith. Services include a weekly distribution of groceries; job… Continue reading
Free Job Training and Employment Services
Goodwill Industries runs the EmployAbility Institute, a one-stop career center offering free education, job training and employment services. The Institute has counselors on staff to assist with career planning, resume writing, and interview preparation. Contact Goodwill Industries, 2835 Route 73,… Continue reading
Education Fund for Victims’ Children
The Associated General Contractors of America Education and Research Foundation has established a Terrorist Victims Fund to assist the children of those killed in the September 11, 2001 attacks against the United States. The purpose of the fund is to… Continue reading
Education Fund to Benefit Victims’ Children
Nokia, in close cooperation with the International Youth Foundation, has established a new global fund for the college education needs of children who have lost a parent in the unfortunate tragedies in the United States on September 11th. Nokia’s intent… Continue reading
Scholarships For Victims’ Children or Those Disabled
The Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation of America is a joint venture of several non profits to provide college assistance to children, spouses, and those permanently disabled due to the terrorists attacks. This fund is also open to airline employees, passengers, relief… Continue reading
Government to Reduce Victims’ College Loans
People affected by the September 11 terrorist attacks will be able to postpone or reduce payments of federal college loans under an agreement between banks and the U.S. Department of Education. The loan relief covers borrowers in three programs: Federal… Continue reading
Money for College for Children Who Have Lost a Parent in the Line of Duty
The Silver Shield Foundation assists the funding of education for children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. Surviving dependents of New York City police officers and firefighters; New York, New Jersey and Connecticut state troopers and… Continue reading
Money for College for Surviving Children
The Citigroup Relief Fund was established to provide scholarships for the children of those that died or were disabled in the September 11th attacks. Individual scholarship amounts are based on financial need and funds availability. Funds may only be used… Continue reading
Scholarship Money for Children of Firefighters Killed in the Line of Duty
The W. H. Howie McClennan scholarship provides a $2,500 scholarship to sons, daughters or legally adopted children of fire fighters killed in the line of duty planning to attend a university, accredited college or other institution of higher learning. Awards… Continue reading
