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American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship
American Legion - Nebraska
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship is a $500 award given to an Eagle scout who has met the qualifications defined by the program. The awardee will also have a chance to compete nationally for the American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year. The applicants of the award must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion post, American Legion Auxiliary unit or Sons of The American Legion squadron.
Key Information
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500
- 1 award
- n/a
- Scholarship Website
Eligibility Requirements
- Gender:Male
- Age/Grade Level:The applicant must have reached his 15th birthday and be enrolled in high school at the time of selection.
- Financial Need:Not Mentioned
- Residence:The applicant must reside in the department (state) to which he applies, Nebraska.
- Organization:The applicant must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion post, American Legion Auxiliary unit or Sons of The American Legion squadron or a registered, active member of a chartered Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew, and the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member. The applicant must also be an active member of his religious institution and must have received the appropriate Boy Scout religious emblem.
Application Details
- Transcript:Not required
- Resume/Activity List:Required
- Recommendation Letters:One letter each from your religious institution, school, your community and Scouting must be included. Two additional letters of recommendation and testimony may also be included. Please keep in mind that the letters of recommendation are an important part of this application and will be carefully reviewed by the screening committee.
- Portfolio/Work Samples:On two additional pages (8 1/2 x 11 inches) succinctly describe your Eagle Scout Project.
Contact Information
- Phone: (402) 464-6338
- Email: [email protected]