Scholarship

Overview

The Middlesex 200 Club provides educational support to the children and dependents of first responders who serve Middlesex County, NJ. Scholarships are awarded to eligible applicants who demonstrate character, service, and academic commitment.

Eligibility

  • Applicant is enrolled (or enrolling) in a college, university, or accredited trade program.
  • Parent/guardian employment requirement (at least one):
    • Middlesex County Police
    • Middlesex County Fire
    • Middlesex County EMS
    • State agency assigned to Middlesex County
    • Federal agency assigned to Middlesex County

Key Dates (2026)

  • Application Due: May 29, 2026
  • Final Grades Due: June 26, 2026

Note: All materials must be received by the stated deadlines for consideration.

How to Apply

  • Download and complete the Scholarship Application form.
  • Prepare your required materials (see list below).
  • Email complete packet to: dkelly@middlesex200club.org with the subject line: Scholarship Application – Your Last Name.

Past Recipients from 2023

Required Materials

  • Completed Scholarship Application
  • Proof of College Enrollment
  • Final transcript (submitted by June 26, 2026)
  • Proof of parent/guardian eligibility (see list above)
  • 400-word personal essay describing goals and how this scholarship will assist you
  • Disclosure of scholarships, grants, financial aid or tuition assistance received/to be received

Download Paper Scholarship Application

You can download, complete and return the paper application by email (see How to Apply above) or USPS mail to be received by May 29, 2026. Or complete the application online below by the same date.

Download Application Form

Awards

Scholarship awards will be provided to selected applicants based on merit and eligibility.

For Email or USPS Mail Option

Email: dkelly@middlesex200club.org
Middlesex 200 Club
P.O. Box 204
South Amboy, NJ 08879

Online Submission Form

You can also submit your application online using the form below by May 29, 2026.

MM slash DD slash YYYY
Time
:
Miss, Ms., Mr.
Enter if you normally go by a middle name or initial, otherwise leave blank
Example: Jr., II, III
Enter the 2 letter abbreviation only please
Example: Middlesex, Sussex, Warren
Use a personal email like Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook if possible and not a school email account
The 200 Club will contact your Guidance Counselor through the email address you provide below so BE SURE IT IS ACCURATE!
The 200 Club will contact your Academic Reference through the email address you provide below so BE SURE IT IS ACCURATE
Eligibility Criteria(Required)
Your current situation must match at least one of the criteria below. Select all that apply.
Public Safety Sectors(Required)
Select all that apply to you and/or your parent or guardian.
Enter the name and phone number of the department as follows: Department Name, Phone number
Enter the name of the department
Enter the following information on your retired parent or guardian (ALL OF THIS INFORMATION IS REQUIRED):
Name of the public safety, department they retired from, The rank they held when they retired, The department telephone number, The year they retired
Include all of this information so we understand the time spent, your job and when you worked here (see sample):
Cashier, McDonald, 2022 – present, 10 hours a week year round
Include all of this information so we understand the time spent, your job and when you worked here (see sample):
Ground Crew, Metuchen Landscaping LLC, 2019 – 2021, 25 hours a week during the summer
Include all of this information so we understand the time spent, your job and when you worked here (see sample):
Babysitter, The Jones Family, 2020 – 2022, 10 hours a week year round
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Lacrosse Team Captain, 2019- 2021, 18 hours a week during the semester
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Dover Ambulance Squad EMT, 2021 – present, 5 hours a week year round
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Hercules Pond Lifeguard, 2020 – 2022, 20 hours a week during the summer
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Woodbridge Junior Firefighter, 2019 – present, 4 hours a week year round
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Debate Team Captain, 2021 – 2022, 4 hours a week during the semester
Include all of this information about your activity so we understand the scope of your involvement or volunteer time, when this activity took place and how much time it took (for example):
Martial Arts, 2018 – present, 5 hours a week year round
Enter the name of the college you have applied to and the estimated annual costs on 2 lines, like the sample below:
Rutgers University, $60,000
Enter the name of the college you have applied to and the estimated annual costs on 2 lines, like the sample below:
Drew University, $50,000
Enter the name of the college you have applied to and the estimated annual costs on 2 lines, like the sample below:
County College of Middlesex, $35,000
This is your time to shine! Tell us about yourself and your community centered activities. Remember that errors in your essay reflect badly on you, so make the best impression by checking for accuracy before submitting your application. We will not correct your grammar or spelling.
DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR NAME OR NAMES OF YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS IN YOUR ESSAY!

About Us

Each day, throughout the United States and in our own communities, men and women are called upon to risk their lives in the cause of our safety. Members of our local, county and state law enforcement agencies, our fire departments, and our first aid and rescue squads represent the first line of defense against rising crime rates and other threats to our public safety.

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Contact us

The 200 Club of Middlesex County
P.O. Box 204
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 742-0007 dkelly@middlesex200club.org