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SCEMSA Foundation

Investing in South Carolina’s EMS Workforce

Scholarships, tuition assistance, and sponsor-supported education that advance EMS careers statewide.

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Tuition support for EMS education (EMT only at this time).

Scholarships

Symposium, Leadership, and Trauma conference awards.

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Power EMS education statewide with your support.

Apply for Assistance

The foundation offers financial assistance to support aspiring EMS professionals and organizations in South Carolina.

The SC EMS Foundation Grant Portal is now open to accept applications for EMS tuition assistance. Please note, until further notice funds are restricted to EMT only. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Mandy Gattis.

Application Process — EMT Training

  1. Application Submission: Applicants must complete the foundation's financial assistance application form providing details about their current EMS position or their enrollment in an EMS education program.
  2. Submission Deadline: Applicants should be mindful of any deadlines for submitting their financial assistance applications.
  3. Review Process: The foundation will review all applications and determine the distribution of financial assistance based on available funds and the merit of each application.
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Symposium Scholarships

SCEMSA Symposium

The SCEMSA Foundation awards a limited number of scholarships to help EMS professionals attend the SCEMSA Symposium. Scholarships are earned through an agency-led nomination process and are intended for individuals who will apply what they learn to strengthen their service and share takeaways with their agency.

Dates: March 2–4, 2027
Location: Kingston Resorts, Myrtle Beach, SC

Status: Nominations Open

What the scholarship provides
  • Full symposium registration (education sessions and scheduled events)
  • Lodging may be requested (as available) to reduce travel-related barriers
  • Recipients are expected to attend scheduled sessions
How it works
  • An agency leader submits the nomination form.
  • Nominees invited to advance complete the individual application and submit their personal statement.
  • Completed scholarship submissions are due December 15, 2026.
  • Scholarship selections will be communicated January 15, 2027.

Key Dates

  • December 15, 2026: Scholarship submission deadline
  • January 15, 2027: Selection notification

Recommended nominees

  • Committed to professional growth
  • Prepared to apply learning in real-world EMS settings
  • Willing to share takeaways with their agency

Agency leaders submit nominations first. The nominee application is for individuals invited to advance in the selection process.

Agency Leader Nomination Nominee Application (By Invitation)

Leadership Conference Scholarships

SCEMSA Leadership Conference

Dates: September 24–26, 2027
Location: Greenville, SC

Status: Nominations Open

  • Registration covered
  • Lodging not available

Key Dates

  • June 16, 2027: Scholarship submission deadline
  • July 16, 2027: Selection notification

Agency leaders submit nominations first. The nominee application is for individuals invited to advance in the selection process.

Agency Leader Nomination Nominee Application (By Invitation)

Trauma Conference Scholarships

South Carolina Trauma Conference

Dates: Fall 2026 (exact dates TBA)
Location: South Carolina (venue TBA)

Status: Open

  • Registration covered
  • Lodging not available

Key Dates

  • May 15, 2026: Agency nominations due
  • July 31, 2026: Individual applications due
  • Aug 15, 2026: Final decisions
Apply for Trauma Scholarship

Policies

  • Eligibility: SCEMSA member agencies may nominate; only nominated individuals may apply.
  • Attendance: Award covers the full event; recipients are expected to attend scheduled sessions.
  • Cancellation: Attendees who are unable to participate must notify the Foundation a minimum of 10 days prior to the event. Notifications received after this deadline may result in the agency being held responsible for registration and lodging expenses already incurred.
  • Registration & lodging : The Foundation will coordinate all attendee registration and lodging arrangements (if applicable).

Ways to Support

  • Education Fund — fund a set number of scholarships or EMT tuition awards.
  • General Fund — flexible support where it’s most needed.
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Contact & Remittance

Email: Mandy.gattis@scemsa.org

Checks payable to:

SCEMSA
PO Box 360
Winnsboro, SC 29180

Memo: “SCEMSA Foundation”

FAQ

Who can be nominated for scholarships?

Active personnel from SCEMSA member agencies. Agencies submit nominations first; nominated individuals then apply (via the nominee form sent to finalists).

What’s required in the personal statement?

One page: why you want to attend, how it supports your role, and how you’ll share value back with your agency/region.

Do scholarships include Lodging?

Lodging can be requested for the Symposium only.Lodging will be coordinated by the Foundation.


CONTACT US

SC EMS Association
PO Box 360
Winnsboro, SC 29180