Recent issues of BVA Happenings have announced the rejuvenation of the BVA Auxiliary (BVAA) annual scholarship program benefitting spouses and generational children (child, grandchild, great-grandchild) of current or deceased BVA members. Applications are available via the dropdown menu under “Resources” on the Auxiliary page at BVA.org. The program is named after Renee Feldman, a co-founder of the BVA Auxiliary and a World War II veteran herself.

Effective for the 2025-26 school year, two $2,000 Feldman awards and one valued at $1,500 are open to full-time students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours during the academic year at an accredited vocational and/or technical school, community college, college, or university.

Scholarship applicants are responsible for ensuring that the required transcripts, documents, letters of reference, and a 300-word essay reach Committee Chairperson Debbie Frick by May 1, 2025. Questions and requests for additional details may be directed to Debbie at 325-234-4550 or dsfrick71@gmail.com.