Training Scholarships

Helping reduce financial barriers

Practical training should not be out of reach because of cost.

Red Tape Foundation is developing scholarship-supported access to youth safety, babysitting, CPR, First Aid, AED, and related community education programs.

Youth and community education Partial or full support may be available Awards depend on available resources
Community volunteers working together to support a child
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Scholarship-supported seats are not guaranteed or continuously available.

Availability depends on donations, grants, sponsorships, qualified instructors, course scheduling, participant eligibility, and program capacity.

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Why scholarships matter

Training costs can prevent people from gaining skills that improve safety and preparedness.

Course fees, certification costs, materials, transportation, and other expenses may create barriers for youth, families, caregivers, volunteers, and community members. Scholarship support can help make participation more accessible when funding and class opportunities are available.

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Access

Help eligible participants reach training opportunities they might otherwise be unable to afford.

02

Preparedness

Expand access to practical skills that support safer decisions and emergency readiness.

03

Confidence

Give youth and community members opportunities to build useful knowledge and responsibility.

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Community benefit

Strengthen families, volunteers, youth organizations, schools, and community-serving groups.

Instructor demonstrating CPR during a community safety class

What support may cover

Scholarship assistance may reduce some or all approved training costs.

Course registration All or part of an eligible program’s registration fee.
Certification fees Approved certification-related costs associated with the training.
Training materials Student workbooks, educational materials, and required course supplies.
Sponsored seats Participant seats funded by donors, businesses, grants, or community partners.
Program expenses Reasonable training-related expenses approved by the Foundation.
Partial assistance Scholarships may cover only part of a participant’s total cost.

Who may inquire

Scholarship questions may come from individuals, families, or organizations.

Eligibility may vary by course, age requirements, service area, funding source, program partner requirements, and available seats.

Parents or guardians seeking training for a youth participant
Youth-serving organizations
Schools and after-school programs
Nonprofit organizations
Community volunteers and caregivers
Individuals facing a financial barrier to participation

How requests may be reviewed

Decisions are based on both participant circumstances and available program resources.

Financial need

The general nature of the participant’s financial barrier.

Participant eligibility

Age, course requirements, location, and other program conditions.

Available seats

Whether an appropriate class and participant seat are available.

Scholarship funding

Current donations, grants, restricted sponsorships, and program budgets.

Program readiness

Instructor availability, facilities, scheduling, and materials.

Charitable purpose

Whether the request supports the Foundation’s educational mission and priorities.

Initial inquiry process

Start with basic information—do not send sensitive records.

An initial inquiry should provide enough information for Red Tape Foundation to understand the request without collecting unnecessary private data.

1 Describe the participant

Provide the participant’s name, age, and parent or guardian contact information when applicable.

2 Identify the training

Explain the type of training requested and preferred location or service area.

3 Explain the barrier

Provide a general description of the financial barrier and any organization involved.

4 Wait for availability

The Foundation will respond when relevant funding, classes, or partnership opportunities are available.

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Community members supporting an educational opportunity

Sponsor access

Help fund a participant, a group, or a community class.

Businesses, foundations, service clubs, community organizations, and individual donors may help sponsor:

  • Individual participant seats
  • Student materials and workbooks
  • Instructor and certification expenses
  • Training facilities and supplies
  • Community outreach
  • Group or community training opportunities
Interested in training?

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Learn about babysitting readiness, caregiving, leadership, First Aid, CPR, and AED pathways.

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Support participant seats, materials, training delivery, and community outreach.

Support the Mission

Opportunity through preparation

Help make practical safety education easier to reach.

Scholarship support can connect participants with training that builds confidence, responsibility, emergency readiness, and useful community skills.

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