The VFW has announced the topics for the 2025-2026 Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth essay competitions.  

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Please be advised the top three VFW national Voice of Democracy scholarships have been raised $5k each, bringing the total national scholarship amount to $171,000.

1st Place $35,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship

2nd Place $21,000 Charles Kuralt Memorial Scholarship

3rd Place $15,000 VFW Scholarship

Voice of Democracy --  "How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country"

2025-2026 Voice of Democracy Eligibility, Rules and Entry Form

Voice of Democracy Student Introduction Form

Voice of Democracy Judging Rubric

2025 List of National VOD Scholarship Winners - View a complete listing of National Voice of Democracy Scholarship Winners