The Graydon and Myrth Fox Scholarship

The Graydon and Myrth Fox Scholarship was established to assist individuals who are seeking to further their job skills or improve their circumstances through education by providing scholarships for Veterans who have served honorably in the United States Armed Forces or a surviving spouse, dependent child or grandchild of a U.S. Veteran. Preference will be given to wounded personnel or a surviving spouse, dependent child or grandchild of personnel killed or wounded while on active duty as a result of their service to our nation.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be pursuing a degree at an accredited college, university, or trade school
  • Be a Veteran who has served honorably in the United States Armed Forces, a surviving spouse, dependent child or grandchild of a U.S. Veteran (DD 214 required)
  • Preference will be given to wounded personnel or a surviving spouse, dependent child or grandchild of personnel killed or wounded while on active duty (you may be asked to provide proof of relationship to veteran)
  • Deceased or wounded personnel must have been performing official military duties in a combat situation or military training exercise (DD form 1300 required)
  • Demonstrate financial need

Renewal awards may be received up to four years. Applicants must reapply for a renewal award.

Award
$1,000 to $5,000
Deadline
03/10/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a Veteran who has served honorably in the United States Armed Forces or is still serving on active duty, or the spouse, dependent child or grandchild of a Veteran who was killed or wounded due to a service-related circumstance?
  2. Are you a wounded personnel or a surviving spouse, dependent child or grandchild of personnel killed or wounded while on active duty? (You may be asked to provide proof of relationship to veteran).
  3. Was the Veteran wounded or killed while engaged in a combat situation?
  4. Provide a DD 214 to show proof of honorable service in the United States Armed Forces.
  5. Essay: Please provide a one page personal statement essay describing your academic and professional goals and financial need.
  6. Letter of Recommendation: Please request one letter of recommendation from an individual who is not related to the applicant.
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