Post on 21-Jul-2020
A completed application must be submitted for each individual seeking a Continuing Education Scholarship from the VFW Auxiliary. Each applicant must:
• Answer all questions on the application.• Write a brief essay (no more than 300 words) describing their commitment to their goals and how this scholarship will help them attain these goals.
Here are some tips to keep in mind throughout the process:
• Be mindful of the eligibility requirements.• Answer ALL questions on the application.• Applications are due at VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters no later than February 15. Applications received after February 15 will not be considered.
The VFW Auxiliary Continuing Education Scholarship application process begins July 1 with a deadline of February 15. Scholarship recipients are notified by May 1. For details, visit www.vfwauxiliary.org or contact us at info@vfwauxiliary.org.
CONTACT US:Email: info@vfwauxiliary.orgPhone: 816.561.8655Mail: VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters Attn: Administrator of Programs 406 W 34th St., 10th Floor Kansas City, MO 64111
The Application Process
Application Tips
Application Timeline
The VFW Auxiliary is pleased to present scholarships to assist members and their immediate family members who wish to further their education by pursing a college degree or career direction at a vocational/technical school.
Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each year, one in each of the four VFW Auxiliary Conferences.
The scholarship will be paid directly to the American college or vocational/technical school of the awardee’s choice.
• Applicant must be 18 years of age or older.• Applicant must be one of the following: • Current VFW Auxiliary Member* • Spouse of current VFW Auxiliary Member* • Son of current VFW Auxiliary Member* • Daughter of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
*Qualifying member must have been a member of the VFW Auxiliary for one (1) year by the application submission deadline.
Eligibility Requirements
Continuing Education Scholarship
Train for a career
Learn new skills
Improve your life
“I am 58 years old and a single mother to three really great daughters. I have sacrificed a lot through the years to make sure that they have taken advantage of the opportunities available to them and to instill in them the importance of education and religion in their lives. I feel it is now, at this point in my life, it is time for me to move toward the fulfillment of some of my dreams and goals.” “I have spent the past year getting myself ready to return to school. My youngest daughter is 13 and I want to show her that you are never too old to do something if you have definite goals in mind and are determined to make them come true.”
- Emma Raker Flynn, VFW Auxiliary #2966, Scotland, SD
“I am studying to become a teacher because I want to work specifically in a low-income school district or in special education with at-risk students. These children are often seen as unteachable, and I want to provide them not only with the power and knowledge to read and write, but also the necessary tools to progress in life.” “Becoming an educator is rewarding. My goal as a teacher is to use real objects, real people and real experiences to connect students to events that happened throughout history. The best way to motivate students is to develop personal relationships and treat all students as unique individuals. I want to give students a chance to enjoy school and learn a valuable lesson from it.”
- Meagan Vargas, VFW Auxiliary #7472, Ellicott City, MD
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Scho
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hip?
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aw
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list
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*Ess
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.
ALL
QU
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ON
S M
UST
BE
AN
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PPLI
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ON
TO
BE
CON
SID
ERED
.