Scholarships

The 2007/2008 Patriot's Pen / Voice of Democracy & Teacher of the year award have been selected. The winners will be presented their awards at the Post on February 19th, 2008 at 6:00pm prior to our regular meeting. Members are encouraged to attend and show our support for our programs and the effort put forth by these winners.

The Winners:

Patriots Pen: Megan Murray 7th grade Old Field Middle School.

VOD: Daniel Moceri St. Pius V Traditional School.

Teacher of the Year: Jill Prescott Old Field Middle School.

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Daniel Moceri & Commander Robert Fitzsimmons 2008

VFW Scholarship Programs

Scholarship Deadlines:
Voice of Democracy-November 1
Patriots' Pen Youth Essay-November 1
(Click on appropriate link to find out more about each program.)

Every year, hundreds of thousands of students participate in the Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition and the Patriot's Pen Essay Contest, garnering more than $3.4 million in scholarships and incentives.

In addition to VFW's outstanding scholarship programs, Posts and Auxiliaries across the nation work with youth in scouting, sports, ROTC and military cadet programs. By providing leaders, funding, sponsorships and other resources, the VFW and its Auxiliaries encourage millions of America's young adults to higher ideals and greater personal achievement.