The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) is proud to provide two scholarship contests: the High School Senior Contest and Second Chance Contest. Aimed at raising awareness about fire safety and supporting students’ educational futures, each contest awards five $1,000 scholarships.

The 2025 Second Chance Contest is now open. Applicants must read a passage about fire sprinklers that covers their history, how they function to protect lives and property, and the various career opportunities within the industry. After reading, participants will take an eight-question reading comprehension test. For each correct answer, applicants earn one entry — up to a maximum of eight entries — into a random drawing for a chance to win. Eligible applicants include high school graduates who wish to continue their education in trade school or graduate school. Enter at https://www.afsascholarship.org/secondchance/. The deadline is Aug. 31.

AFSA is pleased to announce the winners of its 2025 High School Senior Scholarship Contest:

• Angelie Dykes, Dyersburg, Tennessee

• Stephen Phillips, Wyoming, Pennsylvania

• Kennedy Quast, Layton, Utah

• Mia Scheidler, St. Joseph, Missouri

• Samantha Springer, Bismarck, North Dakota

The High School Senior Contest is open exclusively to high school seniors. To enter, applicants must complete the online entry form online for a chance to be selected in a random drawing. Only one entry per student is allowed, and five winners will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. The 2026 contest will open Sept. 1, 2025, and end Jan. 1, 2026. Current high school juniors are encouraged to bookmark https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/ and enter this contest when it opens for the 2025-2026 school year.

AFSA is committed to educating students about fire safety while easing the financial burden of higher education. Since 1996, the association has awarded over a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships, supporting students nationwide in achieving their educational goals. Through these scholarships, AFSA aims to empower students to succeed and raise awareness about the life-saving importance of fire sprinklers, especially among those who may not fully recognize the importance of fire safety. For more details or to apply for the Second Chance Scholarship Contest or the High School Seniors College Scholarship Contest, visit afsascholarship.org.