Scholarships
The Elks offer various scholarship opportunities for both Elk and non-Elk families in communities across Oregon. Thanks to the contributions of our lodges, states, and the Elks National Foundation the Elks rank third in the nation, only behind the US Government and the Bill Gates Foundation, for awarding scholarships to students to help further their educational endeavors. Keep reading to learn more about the scholarship programs of the Oregon State Elks Association and the Elks National Foundation.
Most Valuable Student
Open to everyone, whether they have Elk connections or not, the Most Valuable Student scholarship contest is open to any high school senior who is a US citizen. The Elks National Foundation will award a total of 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $50,000 for those who place in the top 500 nationally. Some Oregon lodges give awards at the lodge level, and those that advance onto the District and State level have a chance to receive additional awards ranging from $1600 to $3500. Click the button below to learn more including how to apply for the Most Valuable Student Scholarship
The Legacy Award
The Legacy Grant is open to any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of an Elk in good standing. There will be 300 awards of $4,000 each awarded nationwide in the 2022 contest. Applicants must be a high school senior.
The Emergency Education Grant
The Emergency Education Grant is for undergraduate financial assistance for children of deceased or totally disabled Elks. The grant is renewable and can range up to $4,000. It is not intended to cover the entire cost of their college education.
The OSEA Vocational Grant
The Oregon State Elks Association funds five Vocational Grants every year at $2,000 each. There is no age restriction on who may apply and is open to anyone who would like to apply. They are to be used only for vocational or technical schooling and may not be used as a stepping stone to a 4-year program. The application can be found under What We Do and it is writable once you download and save. The application deadline is March 1 of each year. Winners are announced in May with funding available in late August.