- One Individual Membership
- One Group Membership
If awarded a Group Membership, the respective Ohio Chapter will contribute up to $500.00 toward the cost of the group membership (up to the $1018 group membership level for APCO). These scholarships are designed to help individuals and agencies become more involved in APCO and NENA while providing opportunities for professional development, education, networking, leadership, and participation in the public safety communications community.
- A couple of paragraphs explaining why you or your agency feel you are deserving of the scholarship.
- Describe the most significant event you or your communications center handled during the past year.
- Explain how you and/or your agency would like to become more involved with APCO, NENA, and committees or activities associated with these organizations.
Membership Benefits
- Membership in your local chapter
- Subscription to industry publications and resources
- Regular membership updates
- Member-only discounts on national and chapter events
- Discounts on courses, training, and webinars
- Access to membership directories
- Access to members-only resources
- Opportunities to connect with industry experts
- Professional networking opportunities
- Leadership and committee involvement
- Representation and advocacy for the 9-1-1 and public safety communications community at the state and national levels
APCO and NENA memberships are valid for one calendar year.
Application Deadline December 1, 2026.
Scholarship winner(s) will be announced in December.
We encourage individuals and agencies from across Ohio to take advantage of this opportunity to become more involved, expand their professional knowledge, and help strengthen the future of 9-1-1 and public safety communications in Ohio.