May 18, 2021
Laura Madara
Carl M. Freeman Foundation and the Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company are partnering to fund a $25,000 scholarship for Sussex County women who want to pursue a career or volunteer as a first responder. The scholarship was named in memory of Laura Madara, the Selbyville VFC member who died while responding to a vehicle accident April 9. The annual scholarship will be administered by Delaware Technical Community College. The Carl M. Freeman Foundation is funding $15,000 and the Selbyville VFC has committed a $10,000 match.
Female students in the emergency medical technician basic certification course or who are taking courses in criminal justice, emergency medical technician, homeland security and emergency management or law enforcement option programs at Delaware Tech will be eligible for the scholarship.