Annually
DAV Scholarships for Student Volunteers
Award amount
$30k
Deadline
Sat, Feb 28, 2026
Time to apply
30–60 min
Awards
14 awards
Eligibility
- Scholarships can be awarded to any volunteer who is age 21 or younger and has volunteered for a minimum of 100 hours through DAV or DAV Auxiliary.
- Scholarships can be used at any accredited institution of higher learning; to include universities, colleges, community colleges, vocational schools, etc.
- Scholarships must be utilized in full prior to the recipient attaining the age of 25, or within 6 years of receiving the scholarship, whichever is later.
- Nominations for this award may be submitted by the applicant, Voluntary Service Program Managers at VA medical centers, members of DAV departments and chapters, or friends and family.
Description
Each year, DAV honors student volunteers who demonstrate outstanding dedication and service to America’s veterans. To recognize that dedication and to promote volunteerism, DAV offers $140,000 in scholarships annually to be used toward any accredited institution of higher learning, including universities, colleges, community colleges and vocational schools. This college scholarship is open to volunteers age 21 or younger who have contributed a minimum of 100 hours credited through DAV or DAV Auxiliary. Students may apply with the inclusion of an essay on what volunteering for veterans means for them. Anyone can nominate a worthy candidate including the student/applicant.
Provided by Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
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