This is the last month to submit your entry for VFW Post 7287’s Higher Education Scholarship.  VFW Commander Barry McCoy said, “We want to help students whose parents or legal guardians are US veterans with the cost of higher education.  They may plan to go to either a college, trade school, or other higher learning facility.”

The scholarship is for a student whose parent is a Veteran.  McCoy said, “The Veterans of Foreign Wars is a veteran’s service organization.  We want to help local veterans with paying for their child’s education.  So, Post 7287 is offering this scholarship.”  McCoy added, “The child must reside in Red River Parish, and they can attend any school of higher learning they wish.”

The scholarship pays $5,000 and applications have been provided to schools in the parish.  Guidance counselors or school officials can supply information about the scholarships.  Students or parents may contact VFW Post 7287 directly at 318-932-6557 or email to vfw7287@att.net for additional information.

Any high school graduate with at least a 2.0 GPA may apply.  Applicants will be asked to furnish a brief essay describing their educational plans and reason for being awarded the scholarship.

Applicants must furnish proof of graduation and acceptance to an institution of higher education.  They must also provide proof of the parent or legal guardian’s Honorable Discharge from any branch of the US military.

Registration deadline is May 1, 2025.  Applicants are responsible for getting completed application packets back to Post 7287 by the deadline. The selection of scholarship winners will be announced during the high school graduation season.

John Brewer, Quartermaster
Post 7287, VFW