There is a program of scholarships for children of volunteer firefighters or volunteer ambulance or rescue squad members who died or were disabled by an accident resulting from: Performing any duties necessary to the operation or maintenance of the fire company; or Actively participating in the ambulance or rescue squad work of an incorporated volunteer fire company or volunteer ambulance or rescue squad in the State. The recipient of a scholarship under this section shall be a graduate of an accredited high school. The Board of Trustees of the Maryland State Firefighters Association, in its discretion, shall: Determine the amount of each award; and Select the recipient of each award. The Maryland State Firefighters Association shall provide the funds for these awards.