Military Child of the Year
Overview
Recipents 6, one for each branch
Award $10,000
Open Date 10/17/2024
Deadline Date 12/01/2025
Recurring Event Yes
State Specific Scholarship No
School Specific Scholarship No
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Who's Eligible
Military Branch: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Guard
Military Status: Dependent, Dependent - Active Military Service, Dependent - Active POW/MIA
Student Background:
Student Disability:
Academic Status: High School, Other
Academic Level:
Degree Specific:
Detail
About the Awards
This award honors exceptional young individuals between the ages of 13 and 18 who are part of military families. Recipients represent a branch of the armed forces—Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, or Space Force—and are recognized for their achievements in scholarship, volunteerism, leadership, and extracurricular activities while navigating the unique challenges of military life.
Award Benefits
Winners receive:
- $10,000
- Laptop computer
- Additional donated gifts
- A trip to Washington, D.C., for the gala (including travel for one parent/guardian)
The gala is held in April, during the Month of the Military Child, to celebrate and support military families.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a legal military dependent, with status verified through DEERS.
- Be between 13 and 18 years old at the time of nomination.
- Be available, along with one parent/guardian, to travel to Washington, D.C., in April for the award presentation.