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 2023
 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

1) 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?

2) 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 an accredited 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?

3) Lloyd Kirby Memorial Scholarships

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 student 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?

2023 Pasadena Police Scholarship Information and Application.docx