The VFW Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves on a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 27,000 9th through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
In Michigan, one student from each of the VFW's 12 Districts will compete on the state level, each winning a minimum scholarship of $1,000. The State winner will go on to compete at the National level of judging. The National first place winner will receive a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school of choice.
The Michigan 2024 Voice of Democracy winner was Eddy Holcomb, from Portland High School in VFW District 9 and submitted by VFW Post 4090! He represented Michigan in Washington D.C., where his essay was judged against winners from all 53 VFW Departments.
2024-2025 Voice of Democracy Program
Voice of Democracy Brochure and Entry Form
Michael Martin, Director
199 East 34th St, Apt 2
Holland MI 49423
616-594-9151
Denise Arnold, Auxiliary Chair
9525 E River Rd
Mt Pleasant MI 48858
989-621-0327
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