Scout of the Year
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Expected ~October
Based on past cycles
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- October 31, 2026
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: October
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.
Other requirements
- Boy Scouts of America
- Girl Scouts
Overview
Program Type: Youth recognition program for scouts
Overview:
The VFW Scout of the Year program recognizes members of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts for their standout citizenship, patriotism, and love of country. The VFW has a strong partnership with scouting organizations dating back to 1915.
Eligible Organizations:
- Boy Scouts of America
- Girl Scouts
Recognition Criteria:
- Standout citizenship
- Patriotism
- Love of country
Geographic Scope: National program with Massachusetts awards available
Program History: VFW partnership with Boy Scouts of America dates back to 1915 when VFW Post 2100 helped establish Troop 1 in Everett, Washington
How to Apply
Application Process
- Review Requirements: Review the Scout of the Year rules and eligibility requirements before submitting
- Complete Application: Fill out the Scout of the Year application form
- Submit Application: Submit through local VFW Post
- Deadline: Submit by October 31 (deadline year not specified in current materials)
Required Materials:
- Completed Scout of the Year application form
- Evidence of eligibility and criteria met
Note: Application form and additional information to be made available; check website for current year materials
What Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept VFW Mass actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept VFW Mass reported $281K in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2023, its most recent itemized filing.
- Grants in 2023
- 1
- Total given
- $100K
- Median grant
- $100K
- By dollars: Massachusetts 100%. Top recipient cities: Boston, MA.
Example grants
Massachusetts VFW Foundation Inc · Boston, MA
To benefit eligible vfw posts in ma
$100K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Scouting
- Youth programs
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