American Legion Post 27 Scholarship Grant

American Legion Post 27 Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation
Amount: US $500
Last Updated: February 01, 2026

Summary

The American Legion Post 27 Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, provides $500 scholarships to two Beatrice High School graduating seniors (one male and one female) pursuing education at accredited institutions. The Foundation, established in 1987, has a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 in scholarships annually to support students in their academic endeavors. Applications must be completed by the students themselves and adhere to specific ethical guidelines.

Overview

Overview Beatrice Educational Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, was established in 1987, and one of the first education foundations in the State of Nebraska. The Foundation’s purpose is to provide a permanent source of financial support for the expansion and enrichment of learning opportunities for the Beatrice School District. The 15-member Board of Trustees and selected Beatrice High School students work together to promote academic achievement and civic involvement through encouragement and support in quality school programs and innovative education that propels excellence. The Foundation manages a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 each year in scholarships to Beatrice High School graduating seniors. Scholarship Application The intent of the Foundation is to provide funds to deserving students needing assistance to attend a school of higher learning. American Legion Post 27 Scholarship A $500 scholarship is available to a Beatrice graduating senior, one male and one female who plan to further their education at any accredited four year institution of higher learning. A $500 Lee Donovan scholarship is available to a Beatrice graduating senior, one male and one female who plan to further their education at UN-L College of Agriculture and National Resources or any accredited vocational trade school. Also available on the web-site: www.beatricepublicschools.org

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarship Application EthicsComplete the scholarship application yourself.Complete the application with a computer.All letters of recommendation should be originals, do not photocopy them and reuse in another application.A $500 scholarship is available to a Beatrice graduating senior, one male and one female who plan to further their education at any accredited four year institution of higher learning.A $500 Lee Donovan scholarship is available to a Beatrice graduating senior, one male and one female who plan to further their education at UN-L College of Agriculture and National Resources or any accredited vocational trade school.

Ineligibility

Should a recipient receive other scholarship funds in excess of need, the Foundation scholarship will not be forwarded at that time.It will, however, be available for a five-year period should the recipient need these funds at a later date for tuition, room and board, or books.Foundation scholarships are restricted to undergraduate studies.Do not use a pencil or pen and handwrite an application.