The Chief John Raaflaub Memorial Firefighter Scholarship Fund helps students from Douglas County pursue careers in firefighting, and especially at the Superior Fire Department.
Applicants can be high school graduates or those who have been out of high school for a longer period. They must be Douglas County residents, students pursuing a degree in Lake Superior College’s Associate Firefighting program and have a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must provide at least two recommendations, a transcript and documentation of financial need.
In addition, preference may be given to: women and minorities, those who have participated in a “ride along” or similar program with a fire department, those who have volunteer experience or have studied a field related to firefighting and Superior High School graduates.
This award is renewable once, assuming proper academic progress (GPA of 3.0 or greater).
Superior High School, Also eligible graduates from Northwestern, Marantha Academy, Solon Springs High School, Wisconsin
