Scholarship
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio-Essay Scholarship
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
$1,000 state min up to $35,000 national 1st place (T.C. Selman Memorial); $2.3M+ awarded yearlyAward
$1,000 state min up to $35,000 national 1st place (T.C. Selman Memorial); $2.3M+ awarded yearly
Eligibility
National
Grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade
Deadline
October 31
Essay required
Yes
Eligibility & requirements
Students grades 9–12 (public, private, parochial, or home study) who write and record a 3–5 minute themed audio essay; no military affiliation required.
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