Florida Elks Association Van Duren Memorial Scholarship

The Van Duren Memorial Scholarship is a program of the Florida Elks Youth Camp and the Florida State Elks Association, providing up to $5,000 per year to graduating Florida high school or homeschooled seniors planning to attend college, as well as to students already enrolled in an accredited American college, university, or community college. No Elks membership or family connection is required to apply. The 2027 application period opens September 1, 2026, with applications due January 15, 2027.

Eligibility

DemographicsOpen to Florida graduating high school or homeschooled seniors, or students already enrolled in an accredited American college; no Elks membership or family connection required.

Applying

Up to $5,000 per year