SUPPORTING OUR HEROES SCHOLARSHIP

SUMMARY:
A disabled veteran himself, Attorney Edward M. Farmer’s experience in the Iraq War opened his eyes not only to what service men and women experience in combat, but what they experience when they get home as well. As a result, Attorney Farmer is using his platform to take the opportunity to give back to the community by supporting students who are dedicated to working in a career advocating for veterans’ rights and issues.

The Law Office of Edward M. Farmer now offers one $1,000 scholarship per semester to undergraduate or graduate students who wish to pursue a career in advocating on behalf of veterans. The Supporting Our Heroes Scholarship is currently open to applications for the Fall 2024 semester.

AWARD:
$1000

DEADLINES:
August 7, 2024
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must plan to pursue a career in advocating on behalf of veterans.
Applicants must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (including law school) within the United States.
Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

To complete the application, please submit an essay of no more than 500 words answering the following questions:

How can individuals and communities contribute to the well-being of veterans? How do you see yourself contributing to the betterment of veterans’ lives in the future?