The MILVETS Educational Foundation is proud to offer scholarship opportunities two times a year in support of our Central Ohio military and veteran community.

In May during the Armed Forces Day Luncheon one $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to a SROTC Cadet (MS I or II) in honor of SFC (R) Ronald Rosser, Medal of Honor recipient from Ohio and a past member of MilVets. Additionally, one $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to a JROTC Cadet (Senior) in honor of John and Louise Spahia on behalf of Mary Spahia Carducci and Dr. Ernest Carducci. John Spahia was a Marine who fought during WW II on the islands of Saipan, Okinawa and in China. Also, two Q-FM 96 Red, White and Q Fund scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to one deserving SROTC Cadet and one JROTC Cadet. JROTC (High School Seniors) candidates must be a US citizen and residents of Central Ohio, which includes Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway and Union Counties. SROTC (College Freshmen and Sophomores) candidates must be US citizens. Ohio non- residency is not required but candidates must be MS I or Il cadets attending any ROTC program at Ohio State University or Capital University.

For ROTC Commanders Ron Rosser received our nation's highest honor, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the Korean War. The Ron Rosser Scholarship is given in his name to support Exceptional ROTC recipients in their educational goals. The ROTC student who receives this prestigious award exemplifies unwavering and relentless commitment to duty, honor and country through future military service, the pursuit of higher academic achievement, and dedication to improving our country as a future leader. If there are no applicants that fit all requirements for this award, none will be awarded. Commanding Officer and staff endorsements are highly encouraged. Requirements:

500 word essay on why higher education is important to you. Completed Application (See below) Applications must be received by May 9th.

Criteria: The ROTC student who receives these scholarship awards best exemplify the following: Unwavering and relentless commitment to duty, honor, and country through future military service, the pursuit of higher education academic achievement, and to improve our country as

The recipients of these scholarships will be chosen from the applicants and endorsed as top performing cadet or midshipman by the ROTC/JROTC Commander. If there are no applicants that fit all requirements of this award, none will be awarded. Commanding Officer and staff endorsements are highly encouraged.

In November on or about Veterans Day, three scholarships are annually available to Veterans and their children/grandchildren. A $5,000 Red, White and Q scholarship, provided on behalf of Q-FM 96 via their Red, White and Q fund recognizing the selfless service of veterans and their families, plus two additional scholarships for deserving veterans or their children/grandchildren for $2,500 each.

Proof of service (DD-214 / Report of Separation) are required, and if applicable a written explanation of relationship to service member. Applicants must be attending or will be attending higher education within one year of the date of award in order to receive their scholarship. Requirements:

500 word essay on selfless service and its meaning to you. Completed Application (See below) Applications must be received by Nov 1st. Past recipients of a MILVETS scholarship are not eligible for additional scholarship awards.

All scholarship awards will be paid into the recipient's student account as a one- time/lump sum at the college bursar's office. JROTC Scholarship recipients who begin college must contact MILVETS upon school attendance in order to provide bursar/college enrollment information for award money transfer. Any applications submitted without the appropriate supporting documentation will not be considered.

For more information please direct questions regarding MILVETS scholarships to Ralph Veppert (veppert99@columbus.rr.com) or (614)551-0251. For more Information about MILVETS, the annual Armed Forces Day Luncheon, or the Columbus Veterans Day Parade visit WWW.MILVETSOHIO.ORG

Submit Application to: MILVETS Scholarship Committee

Email to ohiomilvets@gmail.com or veppert99@columbus.rr.com

MILVETS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For MILVETS Armed Forces Day Ron Rosser/SROTC/JROTC Scholarships:

For Veteran's Day Scholarship:

All applications submitted without the appropriate supporting documentation will not be considered. Review the requirements for the scholarship you are applying.

What scholastic honors or distinctions have you received?

List any extracurricular and community activities (sports, art, music, clubs, social or public service etc in which you have participated. (Use separate sheet, if needed Organization Duties/Activities Length of Time (Yrs)