Congrats, Foundation scholarship recipients!

July 2, 2024

The South Carolina Firefighters Foundation announced the recipients its annual scholarships during the Opening Ceremonies and Business Meeting at Fire-Rescue in June. Scholarship winners were recognized on stage by Foundation Chair Chief Jamie Caggiano.

• Sam Carbis Scholarship sponsored by the Sam Carbis Solutions Group – Michael Tapp, Easley Fire Department
• Chief Jim Stone Scholarship sponsored by the Stone family – Oliver "Rob" R. Chavious III, McCrady Fire & Emergency Services
• Chief Larry Williams sponsored by the Williams family – Jordan Little, South Greenville Fire District
• Chief Carter Jones – Walter Reid Wooten, Batesburg-Leesville Fire Department
• Chief Louis Behrens – Micah Baylis Springs, South Lynches Fire Department

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is an honor for the Foundation to provide these scholarships,” Foundation Chair Jamie Caggiano remarked. “To be able to assist firefighters who have chosen to continue their education is part of our mission and we look forward to seeing where the careers of these firefighters go. Congratulations.”

Each scholarship is $1,000 and funds are used to ease the financial burden of continuing education. Eligible recipients are members of the Association who are in good standing with the Association and their department. Immediate family members of members of the Association are who in good standing with the Association and their department are also eligible.

Scholarship applications open February 1, 2025.

Way to go Michael, Rob, Jordan, Walter, and Micah!