End of Watch April 19th, 1978 Dennis R. Allred Memorial Scholarship

Fraternal Order of Police Evergreen Lodge #1 has created an educational scholarship program for the spouses and children of law enforcement officers. The Dennis R. Allred Memorial Scholarship Program is a tribute to Deputy Sheriff Dennis R. Allred, the last Kitsap County officer who made the ultimate sacrifice to maintain peace and freedom.    Officer Down Memorial page

The Dennis Allred Memorial Scholarship Program complements resources already available to spouses and children of through the U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Department of Education.

Eligible recipients will be children and spouses of current or retired sworn law enforcement officers. The scholarships will allow recipients to pay for programs such as four-year university degree programs, community college certification courses, and customized on-the-job training programs.

Information related to the Dennis Allred Memorial Scholarship Program includes:

Scholarship Objectives

The objective is to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to our law enforcement families.

Scholarship Funds & Uses

Scholarships will be awarded in amounts up to $500. Award amounts are based on the anticipated needs of the individual, as well as the funds available.

Scholarship funds can be used to pay for education programs and job training. Recipients can use the money to learn new skills, upgrade current skill sets, or pursue and complete a college degree.

Fund Interaction with Other Benefits & Scholarships

The Dennis Allred Memorial Scholarship complements other grant/scholarship programs available through the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Education.

Who can apply?

Spouses and children of Law Enforcement Officers of Kitsap County, it's municipalities and state, and federal officers serving in Kitsap County;  enrolled or having a letter of acceptance to an institution of higher learning, or vocational or technical school. Applicants shall have no record of felony arrest, prosecution, or deferment.

Eligibility Checklist

Eligible applications for the Dennis Allred Memorial Scholarship must meet the following criteria:

1. Applicant is the child or spouse of a current, retired, or deceased law enforcement officer serving in or retired from service in Kitsap County.
   
   "Spouse" is defined as a U.S. citizen that is lawfully married to the sponsor officer.   No other non-marital unions will be considered, regardless of whether the couple shared children.

“Widow”  An un-remarried spouse of a deceased law enforcement officer.  

“Children” are those that are related to the sponsor officer through marriage or are legally adopted by the sponsor officer:  Current step-children and legally adopted foster children will be considered for purposes of eligibility.

"Law Enforcement Officer" means:  An individual employed full-time (or retired) by a local, county, State or Federal law enforcement agency, rail carrier or private institution of higher education in an official capacity, with or without compensation, who is sworn, licensed or certified under the laws of a State or the Federal Government and is involved in crime control or reduction, or the investigation, apprehension or detention of individuals suspected or convicted of violations of criminal law; and includes, but is not limited to, police officers, sheriffs and deputy sheriffs, military police, correctional officers, probation and parole officers, and judicial officers.

2.  Annual award:  $500.00.  Applications shall be submitted no later than 1 June for the following school year/semester beginning on or after 1 August.   Awards will be made payable to the institution.

3.  Selection Criteria:  

Applicants shall submit an application and supporting documentation which will be reviewed by the scholarship committee comprised of three members.   Applicants will be selected based upon scholastics, academic score, community service, school service and volunteerism.   Applicants will be notified by mail or email and awards will be announced on or before 1 August each year and presented to the individual at the next regular meeting of the Lodge.

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