Legion Scholarship

SPECIAL FORCES ASSOCIATION CHAPTER 38
(The LTG William P. Yarborough Chapter)
 PO Box 223, Ft. Campbell, KY 42223
 

2025 Chapter 38 “Legion” Scholarships Announcement

Chapter 38 is pleased to announce its annual college scholarship program specifically focused on, but not limited to, those members of the Legion Family that do not meet the eligibility requirements for other scholarship programs or have passed along their own educational benefits to dependents. Those that would be eligible for this scholarship are current active-duty Soldiers assigned to 5th SFG, their spouses and dependents; Gold Star Families; members of Chapter 38, their spouses and dependents; and Veterans (with minimum 10 years of service with the 5th SFG) as well as their spouses and dependent children.

Scholarships will be awarded in the following disciplines – General Studies, Vocational, and Arts. General Studies are those pursuing traditional education degrees, outside of Arts Degrees or Vocational training; Arts disciplines are those pursuing education in traditional art fields (music, visual, dance, theater, etc.), but will also include education in architecture, media arts, and computer design; Vocational are those pursuing skills required for a specific trade (carpentry, welding, plumbing, etc.).

Requirements:  Must be a current member, or family member of Chapter 38; or currently assigned, or family member, of a Soldier currently assigned to the 5th Special Forces Group (SFG); or a 5th SFG Veteran or family member with a minimum of 10 years of assignment in the 5th SFG; or a member of a Gold Star family.

To apply – the following documentation is required:

1.     A 250-300 word essay on “What U.S. President has done the most for collegiate education and tuition fees? (With the election at a close this year and you applying for a scholarship, discuss their policy and if you agree or disagree with their decisions) and

 

2.     Why do you deserve this scholarship”?  The essay will be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, double spaced with a 1-inch margin on all borders. Applicant’s must have their full name, valid email, a good phone number, and page number located in the upper left corner of all pages. Title is optional. Essays must be signed, physically or digitally.

 

3.     A Sponsorship Letter (Current or former member of the 5th SFG) addressed to SFA 38 Scholarship Committee. The letter should discuss the connection to 5th SFG and the importance of the scholarship to the candidate. Sponsorship letters must be signed, physically or digitally.

4.     For impending High School Graduates, a copy of current high school transcripts and an acceptance letter from the intended college of choice; for Under Graduate / Post Graduates, a current / most recent college transcript(s).

 

5.     Two Letters of Recommendation. If applying for a Scholarship in Arts, one of these letters must come from an arts instructor, teacher, or coordinator to verify history, desire, and future intent to pursue an Arts education. These letters must be signed, physically or digitally.

 

6.     Soldier’s orders, ORB/ERB, DD214 or Soldier Talent Profile (IPSS-A). Active duty Soldier’s assignment orders are acceptable for spouse and dependent applicants.

 

 

All required documents must be postmarked no later than 15 April 2025 to the address on the above letterhead. 

Questions regarding any requirements need to be addressed to the Scholarship Committee chairperson at sfa38scholarship@gmail.com .   A checklist is provided below.

“Legion” Scholarship Check list:

  • Essay (Financial Impact of Winning)
    • 250 word minimum- 300 word maximum
    • Typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font
    • Applicant’s name, valid email address, phone number and page number in upper left corner of each page
    • Double spaced
    • Title optional
    • Signed (digital or hand signed)
  • Signed Sponsorship Letter (from 5th SFG Veteran or Soldier) signed
  • Transcripts
  • Signed Letter of Recommendation #1 signed
  • Signed Letter of Recommendation #2 signed
  • Soldier’s orders, ORB/ERB, DD214, or Soldier Talent Profile (IPPS-A) or assignment orders to show assignment to 5th SFG
  • College address and student number, if not applicable what college you intend on attending (this can change if not already enrolled but needs to be finalized prior to sending awarded scholarship money out).

Note: If applying for an Arts Scholarship, one of the two Letters of Recommendation must come from an art instructor, teacher, or coordinator.