Pasadena Police Officers Association Scholarships
The Pasadena Police Officers Association (PPOA) supports youth in our community and looks forward to recognizing the accomplishments of distinguished students. The PPOA offers several different scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors.
In addition to the specific requirements for each scholarship, all students need to meet the following criteria:
- Be eligible for graduation or have graduated from high school on or before June of 2022
- Have maintained a GPA of 2.75 or better during both Junior and Senior years of high school with a satisfactory attendance record
- Have participated in service activities with school, community, or faith-based organizations
- Be available to attend the awards presentation in June
In addition, students need to submit the following documents along with the essay for the specific scholarship. Students can submit one copy of these documents even if applying for multiple scholarships, but need to include the essay for each as required.
- PPOA Scholarship Award Application form
- A copy of the student’s official transcript and attendance record
- A list of extracurricular activities, community service participation, leadership positions, and honors and awards
- Two letters of recommendation speaking to academic accomplishments, service, or leadership experience
- Proof of acceptance in an accredited two-year or four-year college
- Essay(s) required for the scholarship(s) that students is applying for
PPOA Dependent Scholarship
Who Can Apply
This $2000 scholarship for a dependent of a current or retired PPOA member, or a former member currently employed as a police officer (as defined by P.C. 830-1) with the Pasadena Police Department.
Requirements
Students must submit all required materials and a 500 word essay answering the following question:
How has having a police officer in your immediate family shaped your understanding of the role of law enforcement in society? In other words, what insight or perspective have you gained from having a police officer in your immediate family?
PPOA Community Scholarship
Who Can Apply
This $2000 scholarship for a student from a Pasadena high school who intends to pursue a criminal justice or other law-enforcement related degree at a two-year or four-year college.
Requirements
Students must submit all required materials and a 500 word essay answering the following question:
Why are you choosing a career in law enforcement and what contributions do you hope to make to the field?
Lloyd Kirby Memorial Scholarships
Lloyd Kirby was dedicated to service. Prior to his 33-year career in law enforcement, he served in the United States Air Force. He spent the majority of his career with the Pasadena Police Department, patrolling the city, training new officers, and working as a juvenile detective. When he was not serving the community in uniform, he was working with youth in the Boy Scouts and his sons’ schools. A dedicated family man, Lloyd Kirby lived and raised his children in the Pasadena community he served. This scholarship is sponsored by his family to honor his memory. We remember him for his dedication to law enforcement, commitment to service, and support for young people in our community.
Who Can Apply
Students who meet any of the following criteria are eligible to apply for a $1000 Lloyd Kirby Memorial Scholarship:
- A Pasadena high school who intends to complete a two or four-year degree in criminal justice or any law-enforcement related field
- A dependent of any current or retired Pasadena Police Officer
- A participant in the Pasadena Police Department’s Cadet or Explorer programs
Requirements
Students must submit all required materials and a 500 word essay answering the following question:
Commitment to community was important to Lloyd Kirby. How can those working in the law enforcement field build strong relationships with communities they serve?
PASADENA POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM
Application Form
Date: _____________________________
Name: Last: ____________________ First: ________________ MI: ______ DOB: ______________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________
City: __________________ Zip Code: _______ Email Address: ______________________________
Name of parent/guardian ______________________________________ # of siblings _____________
Cellphone # ___________________________ Home or parent’s cellphone # _____________________
High School ___________________________________ Graduation Date ________________________
College you wish to attend: ______________________________________________________________
Anticipated Major/Course of Study ________________________________________________________
Do you currently work? ____ YES ____ NO
Employer’s name and telephone #: __________________________________________________________
Which scholarship(s) are you applying for?
______ Community
______ Lloyd Kirby
______ Dependent (Name of current or retired PPD officer: _______________________________)
On a separate sheet, please list any honors or awards, as well as extracurricular and service activities you have participated in during high school, including employment.
Please submit completed application and required documents to:
Pasadena Police Officers Association
P.O. Box 281
Pasadena, CA 91102
Attn: Scholarship Awards Committee
Direct any questions to Stephanie McKinney at 626/205-1514 or smckinney@pasadenapoa.com
All materials must be received by May 1, 2022.