Michigan AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by AMVETS

INTRODUCTION
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary provides scholarship opportunities for members of the AMVETS family — including members of the Ladies Auxiliary, their children and grandchildren — and for the Auxiliary’s own membership. Gifts may also be made in memory of a deceased member or to honor someone for occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, job promotions, etc. Students are encouraged to apply for every scholarship for which they qualify.

SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED
- Youth Scholarships
- Nursing Scholarships
- Career Scholarships

FUNDRAISING EXAMPLES
Examples of projects used to raise funds: Walk-a-thons, Bike-a-thons, and Silent Auctions.

WHO WE ARE
We are the female relatives and descendants of AMVETS members and female veterans — mothers, wives, widows, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, stepdaughters, and granddaughters — and female veterans who are currently serving or who have honorably served in the U.S. Armed Forces (including National Guard and Reserve components) at any time after September 15, 1940.

OUR MISSION / WHAT WE DO
We support veterans, their families, and our local communities through community service and youth development. Our programs include career, nursing, and youth scholarships; assistance to hospitalized veterans; sending support to active-duty service members; and promoting patriotism and civic engagement. We also back several partner organizations, including:
- Freedom’s Foundation (civic education and American history),
- John Tracy Clinic (services for deaf and hearing-impaired children ages 18 months to 5 years),
- Penrickton Center for Blind and Multi-Disabled Children (birth to 12 years),
- PAWS with a Cause (assistance dog training),
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,
- Veterans Affairs Volunteer Services programs.

ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following:
1. Be a member of AMVETS, AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary, Sons of AMVETS, or be the spouse, child, or grandchild of a member of the AMVETS family.
2. Be a resident of the State of Michigan.
3. Be a high school graduate by June 30 of the application year, or be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a degree program.

APPLICATION REQUIRED MATERIALS AND GUIDELINES
- Complete the official application form legibly (type or print).
- Provide statements of financial need. If employed (or previously employed), submit the applicant’s W-2 form(s).
- List any financial assistance provided by parents or guardians.
- Submit proof of membership: a copy of the applicant’s or sponsor’s AMVETS Family Organization membership card.
- First-year college students must include a letter of acceptance on official school letterhead from the accredited college or university.
- Transcripts: An official transcript (with raised seal or raised watermark) of the most recent high school or college record showing cumulative GPA and total credits must be included. A notarized high school equivalency certificate with scores may be submitted in lieu of a transcript. If the transcript does not show graduation, include an official letter on school letterhead verifying graduation by June 30. Self-generated computerized transcripts are not official and will not be accepted.

DEADLINE AND WHERE TO SEND
All required documents must be mailed and postmarked no later than May 22, 2026, and addressed to:
Department of Michigan AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship Officer

JUDGING AND AWARD DETAILS
- Scholarship grants are intended to recognize financial need and academic achievement, to encourage qualified candidates, and to reflect member involvement. Awards are judged and presented at the AMVETS Department Convention in June.
- At minimum, one scholarship award of $1,000 will be presented. Additional awards of equal or lesser amounts may be made if funds allow.
- Winners will be selected by the Scholarship Committee, chaired by the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary and composed of active members of the AMVETS family organizations.
- Award checks will be mailed to recipients within three days following the close of the Department Convention.

SCORING CRITERIA
Applications will be evaluated using the following weighting:
- 40% Financial need (details provided on the application)
- 30% Academic performance (official transcripts; semester averages; explanation of grading system)
- 20% Personal goals (information in the personal data section)
- 5% Volunteer service
- 5% Grammar and punctuation

CONTACT / QUESTIONS
For submission questions or clarification, contact the Department of Michigan AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship Officer (use the Department contact information).