Children of Warriors National PresidentsÔÇÖ Scholarship aims to support the children of our warriors. Candidates for this award shall be direct descendants of veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in The American Legion: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918; and any time after December 7, 1941. Membership in The American Legion Family is not required for this scholarship. Applicants must complete 50 hours of volunteer service within the community during their high school years. Copy of veteran's discharge papers is required and two letters of recommendation is needed. Note: One letter, from either the principal or guidance counselor of the applicant's school or from a clergy-person of the applicant's choice. One letter from an adult ÔÇö other than relatives ÔÇö attesting to the applicant's character in regard to conduct, citizenship, and leadership. For more information, kindly visit the scholarship's website.