VFW Patriot’s Pen written essay contest and Voice of Democracy audio essay contest are open for submissions and offer scholarships and incentives at the local, district, state, and national levels. The 2026-2027 theme is “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.”
Patriot’s Pen is open to students grades 6-8 enrolled in a public, private, parochial, or home study program in the U.S. or its territories.
Write a 300- to 400-word essay (plus or minus five words) in English on this year’s theme. No color or graphics. No personal identifiers in the essay. Entry form is the cover sheet. Submit to local VFW Post 10450 Delta Junction by October 31, 2026.
For more information on Patriot’s Pen, visit https://bit.ly/4cjadjB
Voice of Democracy is open to students grades 9-12 enrolled in a public, private, parochial, or home study program in the U.S. or its territories.
Create a 3- to 5-minute ( plus or minus 5 seconds) audio essay on this year’s theme. The entry should include the recorded audio essay, typed essay, and entry form. Submit digitally through your local VFW post 10450 Delta Junction by October 31, 2026.
Entry form and details for Voice of Democracy are at https://bit.ly/4ch78AC
Contact the local VFW by email at bisonvfwpost10450@gmail.com.
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