The VFW’s annual Patriot's Pen youth scholarship contest is now open for all 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students.
This year’s Patriot’s Pen theme asks students to reflect and expand on “How Are You Showing Patriotism And Support For Our Country?”
Entries for the Patriot’s Pen essay competition must be received by Janice Clarke, Attales secretary, no later than Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025.
Essays must be accompanied by a completed entry form (see below) to be eligible to win.
This contest is hosted locally by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Absecon Memorial Post 9462, 433 White Horse Pike, Absecon, NJ 08201.
National winners will receive at least $500, and the first-place national award is $5,000.
Dedicated to encouraging a better understanding and appreciation of America, the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen essay competition helps foster patriotism among today’s youth.
Read and download the rules and entry form HERE. Paper copies are available in the Attales Main Office.