The Nikola A. Grujicic Scholarship, offered by the Citizen Fire Academy Alumni Association (CFAAA), provides financial assistance for Newport News Fire Department employees, spouses or their college age children who are seeking funds for college or additional training. The CFAAA will be offering two $500.00 scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Applicants must submit all application materials by the deadline of April 26, 2026
Materials to include (do not re-use submissions from previous years):
- A completed application form.
- An essay prepared by the applicant in response to the prompts included in the application.
- Letter(s) of recommendation.
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NNFD employees can apply for the scholarship to cover expenses for:
- Virginia Fire Chiefs Conference, Feb 16-20, 2026
- Training Days: Sept. 14-16, 2026
- VCU-Critical Care Paramedic: Ongoing
- Smithfield Truck Company Ops: March 6-8, 2025
- Books used to achieve rank advancement (lieutenant, captain, etc.)
Submit completed applications with supporting documents to: nncfaaascholarship@gmail.com