Hi peeps! My grandparents were in the military and I was wondering, are there any grants available for a grandkid of ex-military members? Is this a thing? Does anyone know what the application process is like? Thanks for the help, y'all rock!
Hello there! Yes, there are indeed scholarships and grants available specifically for grandchildren of military veterans.
One of the most common programs is the American Legion Legacy Scholarship, which is available to children or grandchildren of post-9/11 veterans who died in active duty, or have a VA disability rating of 50% or greater. Another program to consider is the ThanksUSA Scholarship, which awards scholarships to the children and grandchildren of U.S. military service men and women.
The application process for each of these scholarships or grants may vary but usually involves proof of your grandparent's military service (like a DD214 form), along with standard requirements like filling out an application form, providing academic transcripts, and writing an essay.
Please do check individual scholarship websites for eligibility and application details. Also remember to explore the general scholarships and grants offered by colleges and universities, many of which honor military families.
It's great to see you tapping into all the resources available to you for funding your education. Best of luck with your applications!
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