ENIS HALL GRISWOLD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM -

Dedicated to fostering patriotism, maintaining American history, and guaranteeing America’s future via improved education for children, the DAR is a non-profit, non-partisan voluntary women’s service organization in Washington, D.C.

SPONSORS OF SCHOLARSHIPS

DAUGHTERS OF AMERICAN REVOLUTION

On October 11, 1890, at a period when there was a resurgence of patriotism and a great deal of interest in the founding of the United States of America, the Nationwide Association Daughters of the American Revolution was established. Women felt a need to demonstrate their patriotism and were upset by their omission from the male groups created to honor the legacy of the forefathers who struggled to establish our nation’s independence. The Daughters of the American Revolution, which was founded by a group of trailblazing women in the nation’s capital, has since waved the flag of patriotism.

In its 125 years of extensive service to the country, the DAR has maintained the goals set forth at its first meeting. Historical: To preserve the history and spirit of the people who worked to bring about American independence; Patriotic – to cherish, preserve, and extend the organizations of American freedom, to nurture a love of country and love of country, and to help secure for human civilization all the blessings of liberty. Educational – to carry out Washington’s directive in his final speech to the American people, “to enhance, as an object of prime significance, institutions for the overall dissemination of knowledge, thus working to develop an enlightened public opinion. More than 950,000 people have joined DAR since it was founded in 1890.

DAR members donate over a million dollars annually and millions of hours of service to their local communities, including helping veterans and active duty military personnel, giving away thousands of dollars in financial aid and scholarships each year, and continuing to support schools for underprivileged children.

DAR, is one of the most diverse genealogical organizations in the nation, with 190,000 members spread across 3,000 chapters in the US and abroad. Any woman who can demonstrate lineal heritage from an American Revolutionary War hero and is at least 18 years old and of any race, religion, or ethnicity is eligible to be part of this group.

One of the top genealogical libraries in the country, a premier collection of pre-industrial American artwork, Washington’s biggest concert hall, and a sizable gathering of early American writings and imprints are all housed at DAR National Headquarters, which occupies an entire downtown city block.

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

The Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship is provided by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship is given to two deserving juniors or seniors pursuing a major in politics, history, government, or economics at a recognized college or institution in the United States. This $5,000 prize will only be given out once.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible to apply for a scholarship provided by the DAR Scholarship Committee, candidates must be residents of the United States. Although DAR chapter endorsement is not necessary, applicants might want to contact a DAR chapter in their neighborhood for assistance with their applications.

• Requires enrollment in a university or four-year college.

• Only students majoring in Economics, History, or Political Science may apply.

HOW TO APPLY

The DAR’s new online application procedure should be used by applicants to submit their school applications for the 2023 school year. Do not submit documents that are written by hand. Do not submit any photos taken by you personally.

Once candidates have created their scholarship profile utilizing the process for submitting scholarship applications, people who are offering recommendation letters will be able to upload their information privately using the online application portal. Applicants must obtain a copy of their academic record and submit it.

The DAR headquarters will be contacted to request a sealed official transcript from applicants chosen to receive scholarships. All provided data is typed or generated by a machine. copy of your most current high school transcripts (must include class size, rank, and exam results, if available) or grades in college (as applicable).

Your most current transcript must include a major designation where one is necessary. Recommendation letters (at least two but not to exceed four from high school or college now attending). Your skills, work habits, honesty, character, potential, and extracurricular activities should all be reflected in your letters. List your extracurricular activities, awards, and academic accomplishments on one side of an 8 1/2 by 11 piece of paper.

Copy of your birth certificate, naturalization documents, or passport information page proving your citizenship in the United States. Cover the image of yourself. Please exclude social security numbers if they are listed.