JUSTIN POWERS
EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Sergeant Justin Powers served in the United States Army as a dedicated DUSTOFF Paramedic with the Massachusetts Army National Guard, C Co, 3-126 AVN “Patriot DUSTOFF.” Justin was deployed to Iraq and Syria in 2023. While at home in Massachusetts, he continued his commitment to public service as a Firefighter-Paramedic for the Town of Avon and demonstrated his passion for education as a member of the Boston MedFlight Simulation Team.

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On December 24, 2024, Paramedic Justin T. Powers lost his battle with PTSD.​

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After graduating from Walpole High School in Walpole, Massachusetts, Justin began his career in public service in EMS and mental health, serving as both an EMT and an American Heart Association (AHA) educator at a local inpatient psychiatric facility. Driven by a lifelong commitment to learning and growth, he advanced his career in paramedicine across both civilian and military settings. Embracing challenges, he completed the demanding process of becoming a DUSTOFF Flight Paramedic. As a TNCC instructor, Justin was known for his sharp wit, sense of humor, and larger-than-life smile—traits that defined his presence both professionally and personally. He was proud to serve across all three of his roles, building lasting relationships and meaningful connections throughout his career, and was a valued volunteer educator for ECHO. 

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Above all, Justin was deeply proud and excited for the expected birth of his twin sons in 2025.

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To honor his life and legacy, Justin’s family, Stay Fit 4 Duty, and Boston MedFlight, in conjunction with Every Coast Helicopter Operations (ECHO), is honored to announce the Justin T. Powers Education Scholarship in his memory.

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The Justin T. Powers Education Scholarship is designed for paramedics who embody a strong commitment to public service and lifelong learning. Eligible applicants must have at least three years of experience in a busy 911 system. Preference will be given to previously deployed military flight paramedics pursuing a career in civilian flight paramedicine.

 

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Candidates should be passionate and dedicated to providing the highest level of care to patients in critical care transport and flight paramedicine.

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Use of Funds
Scholarship funds may be used for professional education and training that support advancement in aeromedical transport and flight paramedicine. This includes, but is not limited to, advanced trauma training, safety education, certification courses, and associated examinations, as well as other coursework and training relevant to becoming a flight clinician.

Funds may also be applied toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at an accredited institution for paramedics who choose to pursue a formal academic pathway. Applicants are not required to be enrolled in a degree program to be eligible.

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Application & Requirements
Applicants are encouraged to apply using the link below. Scholarship funding is contingent upon availability, demonstrated need, and successful completion of the educational or credentialing program. Successful completion is defined as a grade of “B” or better for graded courses.

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Award Details
The Scholarship Awardee will receive $2,500 to be used as outlined above. In addition, the recipient will be sponsored to attend the annual ECHO Conference, which includes conference registration and a three-night hotel stay. If the recipient meets the requirements for the Future Flight Crew or Future Flight Leaders Program, they will be guaranteed a seat in the 2027 cohort.

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Applicant Qualifications
Applicants should be 21 years of age or older and must demonstrate the characteristics Justin valued: boldness, fierce independence, creativity, and innovation. Successful applicants will be motivated self-starters, respectful of cultural diversity, and must be employed while pursuing their education or training. Applicants must have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher if enrolled in a degree program.​

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