American Legion Post 667 · Manoa
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Post 667 Veterans Legacy Scholarship & Resources
A Post 667 opportunity
Veterans Legacy Scholarship
Presented by the Sons of the American Legion at Manoa Post 667, this scholarship recognizes a graduating senior whose educational goals, character, service, and connection to a U.S. veteran reflect our values.
Applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, community service and leadership, their Legacy Essay, and application completeness. Financial need is not considered.
2027 application dates
Opens: January 4, 2027
Deadline: April 2, 2027
Applications are accepted online only through post667.com.
Eligibility
Two ways for a graduating senior to qualify.
Haverford Township students
Graduating high school seniors who attend the School District of Haverford Township may apply if they meet the scholarship’s veteran parent or legal guardian requirements.
Children of Post 667 members
Graduating seniors whose veteran parent or legal guardian is a current member of American Legion Post 667 may apply regardless of school district, including public, private, parochial, charter, or home school.
Prepare to apply
Gather your information and documents.
Application materials
- Completed online application
- Official or unofficial high school transcript
- One recommendation from a non-family adult
- College or training-program acceptance letter, if available
- Legal guardianship documentation, if applicable
Veteran connection and essay
- Proof of honorable military service, such as a redacted DD Form 214 or equivalent
- A typed Legacy Essay of 500–750 words
- Information about your activities, service, leadership, and educational plans
Protect personal information: Before uploading a DD Form 214 or similar record, black out Social Security numbers, service numbers, birth dates, home addresses, and other information the application does not require. Do not submit financial or medical information.
Apply online
Applications open January 4, 2027.
Complete and submit the Veterans Legacy Scholarship application online at post667.com by April 2, 2027. Upload all required documents with your application. Printed, mailed, and emailed applications are not accepted.
Your Legacy Essay
In 500–750 words, describe how your parent’s or legal guardian’s military service has influenced your life and values, and how you hope to carry that legacy forward through education, career, and service to others.
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Get in touch with Post 667.
Have a question about the Post 667 Veterans Legacy Scholarship? Contact the Post before submitting your application.
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