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American Legion Cook-Pinkney Post 141 Scholarships
Mission Statement
To enhance the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.
Qualifications
Post 141 is now accepting applications for seven (7) scholarships valued at $500 each.
Mission Statement
The American Legion’s value principles are as follows:A VETERAN IS A VETERAN – which means The American Legion embraces all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help them transition into their communities.SELFLESS SERVICE – which means The American Legion celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires others to serve and strengthen America.AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM – which means The American Legion advocates for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT – which means The American Legion meets the unique needs of our local communities.ADVANCING THE VISION – which means The American Legion educates, mentors and leads new generations of Americans.HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US – which means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations. The American Legion’s motto is “Veterans Strengthening America”
Qualifications
Dear Applicant:Thank you for expressing an interest in the American Legion Post 141 Scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. There are seven (7) scholarships @ $500 each.
An applicant for the 2024 American Legion Post 141 Scholarship must meet the following requirements:• Be a high school senior or high school graduate currently accepted to an accredited institution of higher education (college, university, or trade school) within the United States.• Be a descendent of an honorable discharge or discharge under honorable conditions military veteran who served in the armed forces of the United States.• Be a resident of Anne Arundel County, MarylandPlease include the following:• An official high school transcript• A one-page essay describing: 1) your extracurricular activities, 2) higher education goals, 3) career plans.• One letter of recommendation. This letter must be from an employer, high school teacher, counselor and/or administrator.• A copy of a veteran’s DD214 or discharge papers showing dates of service and condition of discharge• A copy of the college, university, or trade school acceptance letter.• A copy of the applicant’s driver license or state ID.
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