The American Legion Department of Vermont
126 State Street P.O. Box 396
Montpelier, Vermont 05601-0396
TEL: (802) 223-7131 or (800) 501-7131 FAX: (802) 223-0318
Email: alvthq@myfairpoint.net
 

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

 
This scholarship program, sponsored by The American Legion Department of Vermont, has a challenging and noble purpose, which is broadly and aptly stated in the following program slogan:

“AN EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR EVERY QUALIFIED STUDENT”

Scholarships are plentiful.  However, there are so many different scholarships offered under so many different terms of eligibility that it has become increasingly difficult to find the individual scholarship to fit the individual student.  Our Scholarship Program has very few restrictions. It is an established fact that more than 50% of the best brains in our country are not trained beyond the high school level. 
 
There must be a reason for this.  One is motivation – no one makes them think it is important to go on.  The other is economy – they can’t afford to go.

It is good common sense that boys and girls acquire all the education possible. It is our conviction that through the combined efforts of the student, parents and others, such as the Vermont American Legion Scholarship Program, this goal can be accomplished.

The American Legion believes that more students will continue their education if they are given a helping hand.  Through the splendid cooperation and support of the entire American Legion Department of Vermont Membership, this scholarship program has been made possible.
 
Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the post-secondary school of the award winner’s choice, upon verification of enrollment from the school. These payments will be made over a period of two or four years.
 
 

AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS:

CHARLES BARBER SCHOLARSHIP - $1,000

RAY GREENWOOD SCHOLARSHIP - $1,500

10 - $500
 
ELIGIBILITY
Seniors attending a Vermont Secondary School, or a similar school in an adjoining state, whose parents are legal residents of the State of Vermont OR seniors residing in an adjacent state whose normal high school attendance area is a Vermont Secondary School.  Applicant must be a US Resident.  The student must have been accepted at an approved and accredited school or college at the time of consideration.
 
DEADLINE: April 1st
 
"Need a Lift" is a 152 page booklet updated annually to serve as a complete financial-aid reference guide to veterans, veteran's dependents and members of the American Legion Family.