Voice of Democracy
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- Award
- Up to $35,000; smaller local/state awards
- Deadline
- October 31, 2026, midnight (to sponsoring post)
- How to apply
- 3-5-minute recorded essay submitted to a local VFW post.
- What you'll need
- An essay
- A speech or recorded oration
- Entry through a local chapter or club
- Who can apply
- Grades 9-12, under 20. Permanent residents must intend citizenship at the earliest lawful opportunity. Previous first-place state winners excluded.