Entries Closed - Enter Early Next Year!
The 2023-24 theme is:
"What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy?"
Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program
provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express
themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded
essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 ninth through 12th grade students from
across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.3 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.
Download and complete the 2023-2024 Voice of Democracy entry form. Before submitting your essay, read the rules and eligibility requirements
Make sure to have a picture for entries going to the State competition.
In Gwinnett
Our chairman is Ray Beck of Post 4180. You can reach him at VFW4180@GMAIL.COM
State Awards
Eligibility
9th through 12th grade
students properly enrolled in public, private, parochial, or home
schools in Georgia. Foreign Exchange students and former winners that
placed in the National finals are excluded.
National Award
First place winner receives $35,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington DC.
Where to Start? Look for the Voice of Democracy in the Scholar's app as well as at VFW.org/VOD
Deadlines