Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique
opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and
patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 ninth through
12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of
more than $1 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded
through the program. The national first place winner receives a
$35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American
university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of
other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first
place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a
scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, download the 2024-2025 entry form here and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31. VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
The 2024-25 theme is:
"Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?"
