Scholarships
The Chisholm Trail 100 Club is dedicated to supporting not only our First Responders but also their families.
Through the generosity of our donors and community partners, we are proud to offer scholarships that help dependents of First Responders pursue higher education and build brighter futures.
Whether supporting a graduating senior of an active First Responder or a child who has lost a parent in the line of duty, each scholarship reflects our ongoing mission — to stand beside those who stand for us.
Every donation helps us empower the next generation of leaders.
Scholarship Opportunities:
Erinakes Family Scholarship
The Erinakes Family Scholarship supports the children of active First Responders within the Chisholm Trail 100 Club’s coverage area who wish to pursue higher education in any field of study.
This scholarship honors the commitment, service, and sacrifices of First Responders by helping their children follow their dreams.
Application InformationApplications for 2026 will be available in late January. All applications must be received by March 31, 2026. Click here to download the 2025 Scholarship Application Each applicant will be reviewed by our Scholarship Committee, and recipients will be announced in late April/early May; and recipients will be recognized at the Chisholm Trail 100 Club Annual Meeting. | Make a DifferenceEvery contribution to the Erinakes Family Scholarship Fund directly supports the educational goals of First Responder families. Donate today — your dollars go twice as far to support the children of those who serve our community. | Past RecipientsSince its creation, this scholarship has helped numerous students continue their education and honor their family’s legacy of service. (Award Count here) |
John Calandro Chisholm Trail 100 Club Scholarship Fund |
The John Calandro Scholarship Fund was created to assist the children of fallen First Responders within the Chisholm Trail 100 Club’s coverage area. This fund ensures that when tragedy strikes, education and opportunity remain within reach. Funds may be used for tuition, books, and other educational expenses required for course completion. |
The Story Behind the FundThe scholarship was inspired by John Calandro III, a financial planner from Merrill Lynch Dallas and a beneficiary of the 100 Club of Detroit. At our 2014 Annual Meeting, John shared his story — how the 100 Club of Detroit supported his family after his father, a police officer, was killed in the line of duty when John was just five years old. The Detroit 100 Club’s assistance allowed all three Calandro children to attend college, forever changing their lives. Moved by his story, John challenged the Chisholm Trail 100 Club to start its own scholarship fund for the children of fallen heroes. He pledged to match the first $5,000 raised that night and another $5,000 the following month. Thanks to the generosity of our members, both goals were nearly met — and the John Calandro Scholarship Fund was born. | Our GoalThe long-term goal of this fund is simple yet powerful: To fully cover the cost of college for any child who loses a parent in the line of duty within our service area. Each donation brings us one step closer to ensuring these children have the support they deserve. |
Chisholm Trail 100 Club, Inc.
A 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the First Responders of our community.