VFW Auxiliary Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest

VFW Auxiliary · National

Students in grades 9-12 at a public, private, parochial, or home school in the U.S. (or its territories, or a dependent of U.S. military/civilian personnel overseas) may submit an original two-dimensional artwork (8x10 to 18x24 inches, including mat) with a 250-word statement on patriotism. Each state's first-place winner advances to the national competition, where national awards span 23 places totaling $44,750, topped by a $15,000 scholarship for the national first-place winner. No relation to a veteran or VFW Auxiliary member is required.

Eligibility

GradesGrades 9–12

Min GPA—

ScopeNational

StatesAll states

DemographicsOpen to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or applicants for permanent residency intending to become a citizen; not open to foreign exchange students, students 20 or older, or GED/adult-education students. No veteran or VFW Auxiliary membership required.

Applying

Award$15k

DueDue March 31, 2027

EssayRequired

Rec. lettersNot listed

RenewableNot listed

Awards/yr23

National awards total $44,750 across 23 places: $15,000 (1st), $7,500 (2nd), $4,500 (3rd), $4,000 (4th), $1,500 each (5th-6th), $1,000 each (7th-10th), $750 (11th), $500 each (12th-23rd).

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