2026/2027 SCHOLARSHIPS 

The Union Elks Lodge #1583

 New scholarship open with a deadline of November 12, 2026!

• Current high school seniors who are citizens of the U.S. are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.

• Scholarhsips are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.

• 500 four-year awards based on academics, leadership and financial need.  Awards range from $1000-$7,500 per year.

• Complete details can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS  

• Deadline is Nov. 12, 2026 at 11:59p.m. pacific time.

VFW 2026-2027

 Voice of Democracy Scholarship

Theme: "What a Veteran Taught Me About America"

Student Entry Deadline: October 31, 2026

Patriotic Audio Essay Competition Grand Prize: $35,000.

Please hand in all applications to

 your counselor in the DBHS Guidance office or

 to the VFW Kenilworth Post 2030.

33 South 21st. St.

Kenilworth, NJ 07033

908-276-9769 

Click link below for the application!

VFW Voice of Democracy Application