American Legion Post #70 Scholarship Grant

American Legion Post #70 Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Last Updated: March 11, 2026

Summary

The American Legion Post #70 Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, offers financial support to African American graduates from Raleigh County high schools in West Virginia. This merit- and need-based scholarship aims to assist students pursuing post-secondary education at community colleges or four-year institutions. Preference is given to descendants of American Legion Post #70 members, honoring the legacy of African American veterans while promoting higher education opportunities in the region.

Overview

Beckley Area Foundation The Beckley Area Foundation (BAF) is a community foundation dedicated to inspiring and facilitating charitable giving that advances and strengthens communities across southern West Virginia. Founded in 1985, the Foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community partners to support local needs through grants, scholarships, and philanthropic initiatives. BAF’s mission is to inspire and facilitate generous charitable giving that advances the community, with a vision of enriching lives and strengthening regional communities through collaborative philanthropy and long-term stewardship of endowed funds. Its funding priorities include education and scholarships, health and human services, public recreation, the arts, environmental initiatives, animal welfare, and community improvement projects that address local needs and promote sustainable community development. American Legion Post #70 Scholarship The American Legion Post #70 Scholarship provides merit- and need-based financial assistance to African American graduates of Raleigh County high schools in West Virginia who plan to pursue post-secondary education at a community college or four-year institution. Preference is given to applicants who are descendants of members of American Legion Post #70. The scholarship was established through an endowment honoring the legacy of Post #70, an organization of African American veterans in the Raleigh County area, and supports students seeking higher education opportunities.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.