National Smokejumper Association Annual Scholarships are awarded to smokejumpers, former smokejumpers/smokejumper pilots, and the spouses, children, and grandchildren of smokejumpers and smokejumper pilots. 

To apply, the applicant or a spouse, parent or grandparent must be a current member of the NSA.

The National Smokejumper Association will award up to seven (7) $3,000 scholarships.

Scholarship applications are open from January 1st through June 30^th

• Applying for National Smokejumper Association – 2026 Scholarship (PDF)
• Scholarship application is CLOSED for 2026 submissions

National Smokejumper Association Education/Training Grants are awarded to smokejumpers and former jumpers. 

To apply, current smokejumpers and former smokejumpers must hold a current membership with the NSA.

The National Smokejumper Association will award up to $10,000 in educational/training grants. The total number and size of awards will depend on the number of applicants and their qualifications. Grant applications are open year-round.

• National Smokejumper Association Education/Training Grant Information 2026 (PDF)
• NSA Training Grant application (PDF)