§18–602.

    (a)    There is a program of scholarships for children of volunteer fire fighters or volunteer ambulance or rescue squad members who died or were disabled by an accident resulting from:

        (1)    Performing any duties necessary to the operation or maintenance of the fire company; or

        (2)    Actively participating in the ambulance or rescue squad work of an incorporated volunteer fire company or volunteer ambulance or rescue squad in the State.

    (b)    The recipient of a scholarship under this section shall be a graduate of an accredited high school.

    (c)    The Board of Trustees of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association, in its discretion, shall:

        (1)    Determine the amount of each award; and

        (2)    Select the recipient of each award.

    (d)    The Maryland State Firemen’s Association shall provide the funds for these awards.