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Fire Chief Benny Nichols Scholarship

Cumberland Community Foundation
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 2/17/2026
Closes: 3/18/2026

The Fire Chief Benny Nichols Scholarship program seeks current members of a paid or volunteer fire department in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Graduating seniors or recent graduates of a high school in Cumberland County, North Carolina, are welcome to apply. Special consideration is given to students who demonstrate financial need.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Current member of a paid or volunteer fire department in Cumberland County, North Carolina
  • Resident of Cumberland County, North Carolina
  • Graduating senior or graduated within three years from a high school in Cumberland County, North Carolina
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Planning to attend Fayetteville State University or Fayetteville Technical Community College Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: NC
    • County: Cumberland
    Affiliations
    Cumberland County, North Carolina fire department

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