Eagle Scholarships�Adult Leader Recognition

Talakto District�Greater Alabama Council

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Dr. Rich Goodwin

rgoodwin49@outlook.com

(402) 980-5459

https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/

EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

NESA

Veterans of Foreign Wars

American Legion

Sons of the American Revolution

National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships

• The National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) is an organization that aims to support and connect Eagle Scouts and Eagle Scout alumni. The NESA also offers a number of scholarships for students in three areas: academic, merit, and NESA World Explorer.
• The NESA Academic Scholarships support Eagle Scouts who are “getting it done” in the classroom. Here are the details:
• Eligibility: Students must be Eagle Scouts who are in their senior year of high school and have a minimum of SAT of 1290 or ACT of 28.
• Award: These scholarships range from $25,000 to $48,000 for four years.
• Deadline: January 31st of each year (usually opens December 1, so move quickly!)
• Note that students who have their Eagle Scout review after October 31st of their senior year are able to apply during the next scholarship cycle as a college freshman.
• There is also a separate STEM Scholarship for an Eagle Scout who is planning to major in a STEM-related field. This scholarship is worth $50,000 over four years.

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https://nesa.org/scholarships/

Eagle Scout Scholarships 2022

• If you are in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), the highest rank that you can receive is Eagle Scout. The process of becoming an Eagle Scout entails a lengthy review process and the completion of an Eagle Scout project.

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• Becoming an Eagle Scout is a fantastic way to demonstrate leadership and service in the scholarship and admissions processes. Additionally, Eagle Scout scholarships are available specifically for students who have attained the highest rank in Boy Scouts.

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• Jump ahead to:
• National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships
• Private Scholarships for Eagle Scouts
• College-Specific Eagle Scout Scholarships
• Other scholarship opportunities for Eagle Scouts

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• Keep on reading to learn a bit more about Eagle Scout scholarships, including award amounts, eligibility, and deadlines! We’ll also be profiling some of the colleges and universities that give scholarships to Eagle Scouts.

https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/eagle-scout-scholarships/

Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW)

• Our Scout of the Year with ties to the community since 1915, involves youth groups and perhaps none are stronger or more lasting than the relationship between the VFW and America's scouting organizations. This program provides members of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts to be recognized for their standout citizenship, patriotism and love of country.
• Voice of Democracy. Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.
• Each year, nearly 25,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
• The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, read the rules and eligibility requirements, and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31. Download and complete the 2022-2023 Voice of Democracy entry form here.

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https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships

American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year

• The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year nomination window is from November 1st to March 1st, annually. Nomination packets must be received by each applicant’s respective American Legion department (state) headquarters no later than March 1st. Then each respective American Legion Department (state) Selection Committee will determine the Eagle Scout judged to be the best in their department (state). Then the department will send that packet, along with a list of the members serving on that Selection Committee, to The American Legion National Headquarters no later than April 1st.
• The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Three runner-up scholarship awards will be granted in the amount of $2,500 each. The scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive their scholarship immediately upon graduation from high school (public, parochial, military, private, or home school) and must utilize the total award within four (4) years of their graduation date, excluding active military duty or religious mission. Additionally, the American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will travel to join the Youth Champion Delegation of The American Legion that is honored each August at the annual National Convention of The American Legion.
• Applicants having questions or seeking additional information about their application or the application process should contact their respective American Legion department (state) headquarters. Contact information for American Legion department (state) headquarters may be obtained at www.legion.org/departments .

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https://www.legion.org/scholarships/eaglescout

National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)

• The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all Eagle Scouts interested in the American Revolution to participate in the Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Contest. The contest is open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and, except as provided in the paragraph below, have not reached their nineteenth birthday during the year of application. The year that the Eagle rank was awarded is not restricted. Contest year is Jan 1 to Dec 31.
• Awards are as follows: National First Place Winner receives $10,000; 2nd Place – $6,000; 3rd Place – $4,000; 4th Place – $2,000; 5th Place – $1000; 6th thru 10th – $500; and 11th thru 15th – $200. The First Place Winner will be asked to appear at the SAR Annual Congress, held in June or July, to be recognized and receive the award. Travel and lodging allowance will be provided.
• The awards may be taken as either a cash award, or as a scholarship to an educational institution.
• An Eagle Scout may apply for the contest in more than one year if they meet the age requirements, but no more than $10,000 total will be awarded to any one Eagle Scout. Prizes and recognition may also be awarded at the SAR Chapter and State Society level. Each Eagle Scout must complete an application form, a four-generation ancestor chart, and a 500-word patriotic themed essay.
• The Sons of the American Revolution often participate in the special ceremonies commensurate with the high honor being bestowed upon outstanding young men. By presenting “SAR Certificates of Recognition” at BSA Courts of Honor, the SAR recognizes the many common bonds of purpose and principals shared by the SAR and the Boy Scouts of America. Young men achieving the rank of Eagle Scout have demonstrated their belief in these common principals and are deserving of special recognition for their dedication and accomplishment. Having been awarded their Eagle Patches and scarves, each scout gave special pins to a parent in appreciation of their enduring support. Col. Mills followed with SAR Certificates of Recognition and the Eagle Patch and notified them of their option to compete for several National SAR Eagle Scout Scholarships of up to $10,000.

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https://www.sar.org/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-contest/

BSA ADULT LEADER RECOGNITION

Basic

Advanced

Basic Leader Training Awards

https://www.scouting.org/training/adult/

Advanced Leader Training Awards

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Unit Leader Award of Merit

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The Unit Leader Award of Merit is presented to unit leaders to encourage units to be strong and viable by attaining certain benchmark characteristics of strong units. The top youth leader for the unit must nominate the unit leader, given he/she has met the seven requirements. The nomination is certified by the unit commissioner.

https://www.scouting.org/programs/venturing/venturing-awards-and-advancement/leadership/unit-leader-award-of-merit/