We all read about the 130,000
U.S. soldiers stationed in Iraq. But there are a total of
1.4 million soldiers on active duty around the world and
another 1.2 million in the Guard and Reserves. Plus you have
to count the 26 million civilian veterans http://www.va.gov/vetdata/Census2000/index.htm.
And if you count families, some estimate that over 70 million
people are eligible for Veterans benefits. That’s about
25% of our population.
So if you aren’t personally eligible for a grant, low interest loan, or
free service as a veteran or a member of a veteran’s family, you probably
know someone who is. Even with the talk about cuts in Veteran’s benefits
there is a lot to be had directly from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
at www.va.gov.
You should also be aware of all the FREE MONEY and help for veterans and the
families from non-profit organizations. That’s where we come in. Listed
below are organizations that offer grants just because you are active military,
a veteran or a family member. And if you do not fit into one of these groups
be sure to forward this website to someone who does.
ALL IRAQI WAR WIDOWS will receive
free research by Lesko’s Researchers!
We
are volunteering our services to do free research for ALL
Iraqi war widows. This is in addition to our FREE bi-monthly
“Show Me The Money Contest.” If you know of any widows who
deserve this free service, have them contact me at lesko60@aol.com.
The military’s newspaper,
Stars and Stripes, recently wrote and article on our efforts
to help. See it at www.howtogetagrant.com/starsstripes. |
Money for Your Immediate
Living Expenses
Helps those killed or injured in active military service
in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Contact:
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Money for Those Fallen in Service
This group was organized as a response to the numerous
groups formed to help victims of September 11, 2001:
The Patriot’s Fund wants to help those who
have given their lives to serve our country. To apply
for funding, contact:
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Marine Money for College
for Deceased Soldier’s
Children
The Marine Corp Law Enforcement provides funding for
higher education for the children of service personnel
killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more information,
see below.
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Marine Money for College
for Veteran’s Children
Created by the Marine Corp to provide educational funding
for children of active, retired, discharged and deceased
Marines. For application and more information contact:
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$5,000 For Each Surviving
Child of A Military Officer
The Fallen Heroes Last Wish Foundation was formed to provide help for the
children of deceased American officers who fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The target goal is $5,000 for each child of a deceased military officer.
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Money for College
The Freedom Alliance allows surviving children of military servicemen to
apply for scholarship once he or she is a senior in high school.
You can also download the application at
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America First Inc.
America First Inc., a licensed Southern California charity dedicated to helping
families of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorism attacks. For more information
about America First Inc., see their website at:
To apply for funding, fill out the form at the
website:
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$100,000 for College
Operation Family Fund exists to provide financial support to those who gave
their lives in the war on terrorism. Support includes immediate needs and
long-term needs, like educational assistance, home purchasing assistance,
food, rent and utilities as well as emergency transportation. Up to $100,000
is available for eligible members for post-secondary school education,
$50,000 for pre-secondary education.
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$1,500 College Scholarships
for Children of Air Force Members
The AMF Scholarship fund is for the college attendance of orphans, spouses
and surviving spouses. Family income and education cost a factor in awards.
Contact:
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$500- $3000 for Children
of Air Force to go to College
The Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) and the Airmen Memorial Foundation
(AMF) conduct a scholarship program to financially assist the undergraduate
studies of single, eligible, dependent children of Air Force, Air Force Reserve
Command and Air National Guard enlisted members in active duty, retired or
veteran status. To learn more about the scholarship, contact the information
provided below.
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Daughters of A Career Officer Scholarships
For seniors in high school who are daughters of a
career officer in the Armed Forces (active, retired
or deceased). Selection is based on merit and need.
Awards are for up to four years and are for the
college of the candidate’s choice. Contact:
Daughters of the Cincinnati Scholarship Program
122 East 58th St.
New York, NY 10022
212-319-6915
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Money for Navy Wives
The NMCCG Scholarship is open to women who are wives
of Navy, Marine Corp and Coast Guard members who
wish to continue their education. Contact the Navy
Wives Club for more information.
Navy Wives Club
of America
PO Box 6791
Washington, DC 20032
1-866-511-NWCA(6922)
www.web-fxs.com/nwc
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Money for Navy Children
Mary Paolozzi Membership Scholarship is open to wives
who are members of the Navy Wives Club.
Navy Wives
Club of America
PO Box 6791
Washington, DC 20032
1-866-511-NWCA(6922)
www.web-fxs.com/nwc
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Money for Navy, Marine Corp and Coast Guard Children
Forty scholarships are given each year to children
of members of the Navy, Marine Corp and Coast Guard
who are in active service, retired, or deceased.
Navy Wives Club of America
PO Box 6791
Washington, DC 20032
1-866-511-NWCA(6922)
www.web-fxs.com/nwc
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$1,000 for Naval Academy Children and Women
Eligible to apply for these scholarships are children
of active, retired or deceased; Navy or Marine
Corps officers or enlisted personnel who are or
were permanently stationed at the United States
Naval Academy complex, children of Academy and
any current member of the Naval Academy Women’s
Club.
Applicants must be in their senior year of
high school, or have graduated from high school,
and plan on attending
full-time at any 2-year or 4-year college or university,
any art school or any technical/trade school. Contact:
Naval
Academy Women’s Club
PO Box 826
Annapolis, MD 21404-0826
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$4,500 For Family of Veterans in North Carolina
This scholarship is awarded to family of deceased
veterans, in undergraduate or
graduate school. Scholarships can be full ($4,500)
or partial ($1,500).
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Receive $695 Per Month
of Education from the Veteran’s
Administration
The Veterans Affairs has the Survivors’ and
Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program
offers up to 45 months of education benefits and
may be used for degree and certificate programs,
apprenticeship, and on-the-job training. You can
apply through your local Veteran’s Affairs
office or contact the main office. Both addresses
are included below.
Washington DC Office:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Central Office
Washington, DC 20420.
202-273-7132
1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551)
www.va.gov
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