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Welcome

There are many programs available for you to take advantage of.  Your Oviedo Post offers assistance in helping you navigate thru the processes of American Legion National, State and Local level opportunities.  Click on the links below to learn more about each program. 

Boys State

Who should apply?

High School Juniors interested in Law, Politics, Law Enforcement or Government. 

January - February applications & interviews

Contact us now for more information and assistance!

What is it?

A week long experience on the Florida State University campus and the state of Florida's Capitol Complex paid for by the American Legion.  Download the Boys State application at the bottom of this page.  

Who is my Local Contact?

Boys

Ralph Cain  cblr@aol.com / 407-765-6633

Girls

Marge Berrios  mberr3@yahoo.com / 407-376-8962

Apply in January - February

General Scholarship

For Florida High School Seniors who are direct descendants of US Veterans whose parents are Florida residents.

Local contact is 

Laurel Ross laureleross@gmail.com / 407-227-5340

Find out more

Oratorical Contest

Who is this for?

All High School aged students interested in learning and speaking about the US Constitution while developing leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly, and competing.

When do I apply?

Now! Contact us to help you get started.  Post level competition is January 30, 2021.

Who is my local contact?

Peter Gregory  pjgreg1@earthlink.net / 407-951-4630

Find out more
Applications open now thru February

Eagle Scout of the Year

Open to all Florida resident High School students who have earned the Eagle award, religious emblem and are the son or grandson of a Legion member (OR have a parent that is eligible to join the American Legion).

Local contact is 

Richard Otto  otto146@cfl.rr.com /  407-920-1993 

Find out more

Legacy Scholarships

Is this scholarship for you?

If your parent is a post-9/11 veteran who died on active duty, or has a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater, online application window open November 15 - April 15.

How the Legion can help

Awards may be used for Undergraduate and Graduate studies and recipients may reapply for additional annual awards up to six times. 

Who is my local contact?

Laurel Ross laureleross@gmail.com / 407-227-5340

Find out more
Already in College?

Medical & Nursing

If you are already enrolled in an  accredited Florida Medical School/Program and a US Citizen or permanent Florida resident, apply now!  Window is open until the end of March.

Local contact is  

Peter Gregory  pjgreg1@earthlink.net / 407-951-4630 

Find out more

Other Scholarships

CPT JAMES AHN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Who is eligible?

Special Forces Veteran who is working towards the completion of a higher education degree. 

Taking Applications Now

Applicants must complete the application in full by June 1, 2021.

Find out more

Downloads

Boys State 2021 Application (pdf)

Download

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