VFW Voice of Democracy

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Award: $1,000–$35,000

Deadline: Oct 31, 2027

Audio-essay program that provides high school students with the opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 28,000 ninth through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.6 million in educational scholarships and incentives.

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