I'm trying to find financial aid opportunities as the grandchild of a veteran. Does anyone know of scholarships specifically for descendants of veterans? Any advice on where to apply would be awesome!
Yes, there are indeed scholarships that are available specifically for the descendants of veterans.
One notable example is the American Legion Legacy Scholarship, which provides scholarships to children or grandchildren of veterans who served the U.S. military post 9/11. The annual award amount varies and is dependent on the financial need of the recipient.
Another great option to explore is that of the AMVETS National Scholarship Program, which awards scholarships to the children and grandchildren of veterans who have served honorably.
The Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship is another resource for relatives of veterans who were awarded a Purple Heart decoration by the military.
Make a point to also check with your local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) or American Legion posts, as they often have chapter-specific scholarships for relatives of veterans.
Lastly, be sure to utilize Appily which allows you to filter scholarships by different criteria, including military affiliation. This could be a very helpful tool in your scholarship search.
Remember, you'll want to thoroughly research the eligibility requirements for each of these scholarships to ensure you qualify before applying. Good luck!
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