Surviving the Standard.
Surviving The Standard Foundation exists to support individuals pursuing careers in public safety. Our mission is to provide scholarships to those entering law enforcement, fire rescue, EMS, corrections, and other public safety professions.
Through community support, corporate sponsorships, and donations, we are committed to investing in the next generation of public safety professionals. Together, we can support those who serve.
Built on the Foundation of
EARNED: Born for the Badge by Malachi Alexander-Randolph
Our Mission
Surviving The Standard Foundation is dedicated to supporting individuals pursuing careers in public safety. Our mission is to provide scholarship opportunities to those entering law enforcement, fire rescue, EMS, corrections, and related fields.
Many aspiring public safety professionals encounter financial barriers when pursuing academy training, certifications, and higher education. The Foundation seeks to reduce these obstacles by offering direct financial assistance to individuals committed to serving their communities.
The mission behind this initiative is rooted in the experiences shared in Earned: Born for the Badge by Malachi Alexander-Randolph. The memoir highlights the personal, financial, and institutional challenges faced while pursuing a career in law enforcement, ultimately inspiring the creation of this foundation to support others navigating similar paths.
We are currently accepting contributions to fund the inaugural Surviving The Standard Public Safety Scholarship. Every donation directly supports individuals who are committed to protecting and serving their communities. Together, we can invest in those who answer the call to serve.
Scholarships
We provide direct financial assistance to individuals committed to serving their communities, covering academy tuition, training equipment, uniforms, certification fees, and education expenses.
Public Safety
From law enforcement to fire rescue, EMS to corrections—we support the full spectrum of public safety disciplines. Our scholarships help remove the financial barriers that stand between aspiring professionals and their calling.
Community
Through community partnerships, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations, we are committed to investing in the next generation of public safety professionals who protect and serve their communities.
Inspired by Service
This foundation is rooted in the experiences shared in Earned: Born for the Badge by Malachi Alexander-Randolph, a memoir highlighting the personal, financial, and institutional challenges faced while pursuing a career in law enforcement.
Apply for the Public Safety Scholarship
The Surviving The Standard Foundation provides scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in public safety. This scholarship is designed to assist applicants entering law enforcement, fire rescue, EMS, corrections, dispatch, or related public safety fields. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Award Amount
$500 – $1,200
per recipient, based on training needs.
Eligibility
- Pursuing a career in public safety
- Accepted into training, academy, or education program
- Demonstrated financial need
- Essay submission required
Funds May be Used For
- Academy tuition
- Training equipment
- Uniforms
- Certification fees
- Education expenses
Support Future Public Safety Professionals
Your donation to Surviving The Standard Foundation directly funds scholarships for individuals pursuing careers in public safety. Every contribution helps remove financial barriers for those committed to serving their communities.
All donations go toward funding scholarships, supporting applicants, and expanding opportunities for future public safety professionals. Help us fund the next generation of public safety leaders.
Bronze Tier
$1 – $500
- Receive a thank you letter from the leadership team
- Shoutout on our social media page
- Mentioned in a podcast
Silver Tier
$501 – $1,500
- Receive a thank you letter from the leadership team
- Shoutout on our social media page
- Your logo printed on the scholarship award check
Gold Tier
$1,501 – $5,000+
- Founding Donor designation
- Permanent emblem/logo branding
- Shoutout on our social media page
- Invitation to our annual Founding Donor recognition event
- Permanent recognition on our website and materials
- Direct updates from foundation leadership
- Lifetime sponsorship through our foundation
Community Updates
Highlighting our generous donors and scholarship recipients who are making a difference in public safety.
Meet the Team
Learn more about the dedicated leadership team behind the Surviving The Standard Foundation.