Scholarship Undergraduate

Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship

American Legion Department of Missouri

Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
304
Days
April 20 2026
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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Description

The Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship is given annually in memory of the first Missourian to serve as National Commander of The American Legion. Eligible are individuals who are currently members of The American Legion, the American Legion Auxiliary, or the Sons of The American Legion, or a descendant of a member of any thereof. Applicants must use the scholarship in an accredited college or university. A photocopy of the veteran's DD 214, discharge or separation notice must accompany the scholarship application. Any additional requirements for each scholarship are on the reverse side of the application. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the American Legion Department of Missouri for more information.

Amount Details

$750
Low Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust not be older than 21 years old
  • CheckmarkRestricted to single students
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of Missouri
  • Checkmark Must be in or a veteran of the U.S. Air Force Checkmark Must be in or a veteran of the U.S. Army Checkmark Must be a dependent of the service(s) specified above Checkmark Must be in or a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard Checkmark Must be in or a veteran of the U.S. Marines Checkmark Must be in or a veteran of the U.S. Navy

How to Apply

What you'll need:

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Contact Lowry Finley-Jackson
Adjutant
lowryfjackson@missourilegion.org
Tel: 573-893-2353
Fax: 573-893-2980 Address P.O. Box 179
Jefferson City, MO 65102