How much funding does Military Scholarships provide?

Military Scholarships provides Up to $5,000 (not to exceed $2,500 per term, minimum $100) in funding.

When is the deadline for Military Scholarships?

The deadline is March 31, 2027.

Military Scholarships

FOLDS OF HONOR AMERICAN INTERIORS

Foundation Annual Grants for Veterans Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

Up to $5,000 (not to exceed $2,500 per term, minimum $100)

Deadline

March 31, 2027

356 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

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

How to Apply

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)

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Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

Deadline

September 30, 2026

Annual

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