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Elks Legacy Awards

Elks Legacy Awards

Applicable For:

High School Senior

Max Award Amount:

$4,000

Application Deadline:

06/02/2024
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About This Scholarship

Do you intend to pursue a degree at a college or university that requires a minimum of four years of study, and are you the child or grandchild of a person who is currently a member of an Elk Lodge? If this describes you, then the Elks Legacy Awards could be a great chance for you to win a scholarship! You are qualified to apply if you are the child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legitimate ward) of a living Elk who entered the order at least two years ago or a charter member of a Lodge that was established at least two years ago. You also need to be a high school senior who has already planned to attend an undergraduate program in the fall after graduating high school. The scholarships are available for $4,000 per and can be put toward any school costs!

Eligibility Criteria For Elks Legacy Awards

  • Relationship to an Elks Member: To be eligible for the Elks Legacy Awards, you must be a child or grandchild of an active Elk member. Active Elks members must have been members for at least two years before the application deadline.
  • Educational Requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to enroll in a four-year college or university in the United States. The appropriate regional or state accrediting agency must accredit the student’s high school.
  • Academic Achievement: To qualify for the Elks Legacy Awards, applicants must demonstrate academic excellence with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applicants must also submit their ACT or SAT scores.
  • Leadership, Service, and Character: Besides academic achievement, Elks Legacy Awards also recognize students who exhibit strong leadership skills, dedication to community service, and exemplary character. Applicants must demonstrate their leadership skills and community service activities and provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members.
  • Application Process: To apply for the Elks Legacy Awards, applicants must submit a completed application form, transcripts, test scores, and two letters of recommendation. Applications must be submitted online through the Elks National Foundation website.
  • Award Amount: The Elks Legacy Awards provide up to 300 scholarships annually, each valued at $4,000. The scholarship is paid out in four annual installments of $1,000 each, and recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA to remain eligible for future installments.

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