John F. Duffy Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by California Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation
The California Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation offers yearly scholarships to the dependents of California peace officers who have tragically lost their lives while serving their duty. The John F. Duffy Scholarship program, funded by contributions from member law enforcement associations and corporate sponsors, is open to all dependents of such officers, irrespective of when the loss occurred.
The selection process for the scholarship is unbiased, with no consideration given to the applicant's sex, age, race, creed, national origin, or religious preference. Neither is it limited to a specific field of study. The selection criteria may encompass academic performance, financial need, involvement in school activities, and community service.
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
A) The scholarship is open to survivors of peace officers who died in the line of duty and are commemorated on the California Peace Officers' Memorial Monument. Eligible survivors include:
- Spouses
- Children
- Stepchildren
- Adopted children
B) Applicants must be enrolled for at least the fall semester of the upcoming academic year.
C) Applicants must be registered for a minimum of six (6) units per quarter or eight (8) units per semester.
D) Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
E) Previous recipients of the CPOMF scholarship must submit sealed copies of their most recent transcripts.
F) The scholarship funds must be used for educational purposes. Upon receiving the funds, recipients must return a signed 'Acceptance of Terms and Conditions' statement to CPOMF.
G) An individual can receive a maximum of six (6) scholarship awards.
SCHOLARSHIP CATEGORIES AND ANNUAL AWARDS
A) Accredited Trade Schools – up to $2000
B) Accredited Two (2) year college – up to $3000
C) Accredited Four (4) year college – up to $4000
D) Accredited Graduate Programs – up to $2500
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A) Applicants must submit a completed and signed application form either electronically or via certified mail.
B) Proof of enrollment must be sent via certified mail.
C) If applicable, the most recent transcripts must be sent via certified mail.
IMPORTANT DATES
The application deadline is JUNE 1 each year. Applications can be submitted electronically by this date or sent via certified mail with a postmark no later than JUNE 1.