The national first-place winner receives a
$30,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American
university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of
other national scholarships range from $1,000-$16,000, and the
first-place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins a minimum
scholarship of $1,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
Want to apply? Read the rules and eligibility requirements and download the entry form before you submit your entry at your local VFW Post 8879.