Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship – high school seniors (apply by Nov 12, 2026)

The Elks National Foundation awards 500 four-year Most Valuable Student scholarships ($4,000–$30,000 total; $1,000–$7,500 per year) to high-school seniors nationwide; no Elks family connection needed. Applications are open August 1 – November 12, 2026 at enf.elks.org/mvs. The Elks Legacy Awards scholarship (for children/grandchildren of Elks members) opens September 1; see elks.org/scholars. Local lodge: Ketchikan Elks #1429, 1830 Tongass Ave.