Voice of Democracy audio-essay winners
Published 10:22 am Thursday, February 20, 2020
- Pictured are, winners recognized by the VFW and receiving monetary awards, from left, first place, Sophie Crowder of South Hill; second place, Walker Green of Blackstone; and Rylee Wilkerson of Crewe.
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The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in future generations.
The VFW sponsors an essay contest every year for students to compete for educational scholarships.
The Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 40,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.9 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
The 2019-20 theme was “What Makes America Great.”
