Elks National Foundation

The Elks National Foundation (ENF) offers several scholarship programs to support high school seniors and undergraduate students pursuing higher education. Here's an overview of the main scholarship opportunities available:

🎓 Most Valuable Student (MVS) Scholarship

  • Award: $1,000 to $12,500 per year for four years.

  • Top Awards:

    • Two $50,000 scholarships

    • Two $40,000 scholarships

    • Two $30,000 scholarships

    • Fourteen $20,000 scholarships

  • Eligibility:

    • High school seniors pursuing a four-year degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.

    • U.S. citizens.

    • No requirement to be related to an Elks member.

  • Application Deadline: November 12, 2024.

🌟 Legacy Awards

  • Award: $4,000 one-time scholarship.

  • Eligibility:

    • Children, grandchildren, stepchildren, step-grandchildren, or legal wards of a living Elks member who joined on or before April 1, 2022, and is a paid-up member through March 31, 2025.

    • High school seniors.

    • Must apply online.

  • Application Deadline: February 3, 2025, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time.

🎓 Emergency Educational Grants

  • Award: Up to $5,000 per year.

  • Eligibility:

    • Children of deceased or totally disabled Elks.

    • Undergraduate students attending an accredited U.S. college or university.

  • Application Deadline: December 31, 2024

📝 Application Tips

  • Prepare Documents: Gather transcripts, standardized test scores (if required), FAFSA information, and any other necessary documents.

  • Essays: Be ready to write essays that reflect your character, achievements, and aspirations.

  • Recommendations: Some programs may require letters of recommendation.

  • Early Submission: Submit applications well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues