Military Scholarships

Folds of Honor Foundation provides educational scholarships for dependents and spouses of fallen or disabled US service members.

Geographic Scope

• United States and U.S. Territories only (International institutions not eligible for 2024-2025 application year)
• Nationwide service

Eligibility

• Dependents and/or spouses of fallen or disabled US service members
• Must be able to provide official transcript showing 2.0 or higher GPA for two most recent academic terms (Higher Education only)
• Students at post-secondary institutions strongly encouraged to complete FAFSA
• Applicants must reapply each year

Funding Categories

1. Higher Education Scholarship - for college and post-secondary institutions (including technical/trade schools)
   • Covers: tuition, fees, on-campus dormitory housing, meal plans, required textbooks
   • Does NOT cover: off-campus housing, Greek housing, computers, special exams, student insurance, parking, sports tickets
   • Maximum payment: $2,500 per term ($1,250 for part-time students)
   • Full award cannot be paid in one lump sum
2. Children's Fund Scholarship - for K-12 private school and tutoring services
   • Covers: tuition, most fees, required textbooks, required school uniform pieces
   • Does NOT cover: curriculum materials (except required textbooks), PTO fees, sports uniforms/fees, music lessons
   • Maximum: $5,000 per academic year
   • Private school: paid in one lump sum at beginning of school year
   • Tutoring: two equal payments (Fall and Spring)

Award Basis

• Based on unmet need (portion of eligible expenses not covered by other awards or financial aid)
• Loans and work-study NOT considered as financial aid
• Actual payment may be less than award offer based on unmet need
• Remaining funds may be utilized in another payment term within same academic year

School/Program Requirements

• Must be accredited or registered within state
• Tutoring services must be through established business with business address (not private individuals)
• Institution eligibility determined by community foundation per IRS guidelines
• No pre-approved schools/programs list published

Contact Information

• Phone: (918) 274-4700
• Email: [email protected]
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Central Time
• Mailing Address: Checks mailed via USPS first-class mail to educational institution (not to awardee)
• Check Processing: Allow 4-6 weeks from Scholarship Acceptance Check-In submission
• Check Issuer: Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF) on behalf of Folds of Honor

Additional Information

• Applicants can create one account for multiple children but must complete separate application for each student
• All funds mailed directly to educational institution; no funds sent directly to awardee
• Minimum payment: $100 per term
• If GPA requirement cannot be met, scholarship offer rescinded; student must reapply once two consecutive terms (fall and spring) of 2.0+ GPA achieved

Application Process

Application Window: February 1 – March 31 (annually)

• If March 31 falls on weekend, deadline extended to close of first business day following March 31
• All applications must be completed and submitted through online portal
• Documentation NOT accepted via US mail, fax, email, or phone

Portal: fohscholarships.communityforce.com

Application Steps

1. Create Account
   • Use one email address for account creation
   • Account allows multiple children applications
2. Complete Application
   • Select scholarship type (Higher Education or Children's Fund)
   • Click "Start a New Application" button
   • Name application by student for tracking
   • Complete full application for each student
3. Required Documentation
   • Proof of relation to service member
   • Completed military service information form
   • VA Eligibility Letter (obtained from veteran/service member)
   • Official transcript (Higher Education only)
   • Current academic records
   • School information and accreditation proof
   • For Children's Fund: Current-month itemized tuition statement
   • For tutoring: Established tutoring business documentation
4. Submit via Portal
   • All information must be submitted through online portal
   • Document examples provided within application for reference
   • Do not email corrections to incorrect documentation
5. School Change (if applicable)
   • If school changes after application, indicate in Scholarship Acceptance – Check In section
   • Answer "No – Changed School" to applicable question
   • Upload new school information and documentation
   • New school must be vetted and approved BEFORE funds sent (may delay payment)
6. Scholarship Acceptance – Check In
   • Offer/denial notifications sent mid-July
   • Upon receiving award offer email with detailed instructions
   • Complete Check In section on student application dashboard
   • Submit required documentation through portal
   • For private school: Submit current-month itemized tuition statement
   • For Higher Education: Submit proof of enrollment and school account information
   • For tutoring: Submit tutoring service documentation and payment agreement
7. Check Processing
   • Allow 4-6 weeks for check delivery to school after Check In submission (if no additional information needed)
   • Incomplete/incorrect documentation significantly delays payment
   • Check mailed via USPS first-class mail to institution

Important Notes

• Applications must be resubmitted each year for continued funding
• If school changes, new institution must be verified and approved
• For future use scholarships awarded in prior years: Email [email protected] to activate and complete current year Higher Education application
• If check not received within 6 weeks: Contact (918) 274-4700 or [email protected]
• All checks written by Tulsa Community Foundation on behalf of Folds of Honor (check will show TCF name)