Dante' Austin was a Philadelphia Sheriff's Deputy, Military Veteran, fierce LGBTQIA+ activist, and a  founding member of Greater Philadelphia GOAL.

He was also the best of us. Click here to learn more about Dante' and his legacy.

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This scholarship is open to anyone enrolled in a program related to emergency services, public safety, mental health, psychology or social work, and who is interested in advancing the emergency services/public safety profession or mental health services available for the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philadelphia area.

One scholarship will be awarded for the 2023 cycle.

The selected recipient will receive a $1,000 award payable to the school.

Funds for this scholarship are administered by the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund.

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Application will be available until August 31, 2023. Applicants will be required to submit a letter of enrollment from the school and a statement on their career goals and how they will impact the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Click here to apply! ​

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