VFW Post 7824 • Vancouver, Washington
Encouraging citizenship, patriotism, leadership, and an understanding of the service and sacrifices of our nation's veterans.
VFW Post 7824 works with students, parents, educators, schools, and homeschool families throughout our community to encourage participation in VFW youth and education programs.
No Cost to Participate: There is no entry fee for students participating in VFW Post 7824 youth essay and scholarship programs.
Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen entries in Washington are submitted through the Scholars App. Washington Youth Essay entries are submitted to a participating local VFW Post or Auxiliary. Review each program page for complete eligibility, rules, forms, and local submission instructions.
Grades 9–12 • Audio essay
The VFW's premier audio-essay scholarship competition gives high school students an opportunity to explore an annual patriotic theme, develop their ideas, and share their perspectives. Washington entries are submitted through the Scholars App.
Voice of Democracy DetailsGrades 6–8 • Written essay
This nationwide VFW essay competition encourages middle school students to explore American history, citizenship, patriotism, and their responsibilities as citizens. Washington entries are submitted through the Scholars App.
Patriot's Pen DetailsGrades 3–5 • Written essay
Washington's youth essay program introduces elementary students to patriotic writing and encourages them to reflect on American history, citizenship, service, and the people and principles that shaped our nation.
Washington Youth Essay DetailsEligibility, rules, and entry materials
Review current themes, deadlines, eligibility requirements, official forms, submission procedures, and information for the Voice of Democracy, Patriot's Pen, and Washington Youth Essay programs.
View All Youth ProgramsEducator recognition
Recognize educators who teach citizenship, encourage patriotism, and help students understand the contributions and sacrifices of our nation's veterans. Learn about the program and how to nominate an outstanding educator.
Educator of the Year DetailsStudents, parents, teachers, school staff, and homeschool families can contact the VFW Post 7824 Youth Activities team for help choosing a program, locating entry materials, using the Scholars App, or confirming local submission instructions.
