Americanism Essay Contest

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be in junior high or high school (grades 7-12). Applicant must write an essay of no more than 350-words on the following topic: "Why am I proud to be an American." Applicant must be sponsored by a branch of the Fleet Reserve Association, a unit of the Ladies Auxiliary or a Member-at-Large to enter.

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the December 1, 2026 deadline.

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