Students must be an immediate family member an active Burlington County police officer, county detective, state trooper firefighter or emergency squad member.
The 200 Club of Burlington County has announced that they are seeking applications from indiviuals serving with Burlington County law enfrocement, fire and EMS organizations or members of their families for the 200 Club’s annual scholarships.
The 200 Club will award up to four scholarships, in the amount of $2,500 each, at the club’s Awards Banquet scheduled for Feb. 17.
To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, students must be an immediate family member an active Burlington County police officer, county detective, state trooper (stationed in Burlington County), firefighter or emergency squad member. In addition, the applicant must submit an essay on the following topic:
“This year marked the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on our country. As the largest attack in our country’s history, the attacks no doubt left an indelible mark on our country’s psyche. Discuss how the attacks continue to impact the country today in terms of social, economic and political policy. While policy decisions are certainly still impacted by the events of 9/11, did the attacks have a long-term impact on day-to-day life in the United States, if so how? Are these effects still present today?”
The essays should be no longer than 500 words and applications must be received by Jan. 6. Applications may be obtained by contacting the 200 Club of Burlington County at 325 New Albany Road, Moorestown, N.J. 08057.
The 200 Club of Burlington County is a charitable, non-profit organization comprised entirely of dedicated volunteers with the primary mission of providing finanical assistance to the families of fallen or injured members of the State Police, county and municipal police, fire or emergency medial services serving the citizens of Burlington County. The club also supports these public safety professionals through the awarding of scholarships, advanced training awards and recognition awards.
