Elks Most Valuable Student

Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest:

The 2026 MVS application is now open. Applications can be found online at enf.elks.org/MVS. The application deadline is November 12, 2026. 

The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2026. 

The Groton Elks Lodge 2163 will provide a $500 Scholarship to the top female and male winner and will then move up to the district, state and then to national competition.

MVS scholarships are for high school seniors who plan to pursue a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university starting in 2027-28. Some important applicant details include:

«  Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

«  Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.

«  Male and female students compete separately.

Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please have your students choose Groton Elks Lodge 2163 as their sponsoring Lodge. Complete details can be found at https://www.elks.org/scholarWeb/resources/mvsFAQ.cfm

 
Legacy Awards – Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. The Legacy Awards contest opens on September 1, 2026 and closes February 1, 2027. Winners will be announced in late April 2027.  The ENF offers a total of 350 national awards. The application deadline is February 2, 2026.