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External Scholarship Opportunities

Vigilant Torch has the honor of referring qualified candidates to multiple scholarships each year through the Special Operations Fund (SOFund).  As these opportunities become available, we inform our members as well as prior scholarship applicants about the particular programs and their deadlines.  We then collect applications and select our candidate to send forward to SOFund.  SOFund then chooses a recipient from candidates provided by Vigilant Torch and other partner organizations.

Not a member of Vigilant Torch?  Apply today to become eligible to apply for our TORCH Scholarship and SOFund scholarships.


Current Opportunities


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The Special Operations Fund (SOFund) awards one Scowcroft Scholarship each year to a graduating high school senior entering college. The scholarship provides $10,000 annually for up to four years.

Eligible applicants must be children of current or veteran Joint Special Operations service members and be supported by one of the following partner organizations: The Association (USAF), Navy Tactical Research Command Scholarship (SEALs), Night Stalker Foundation (NSF), Rangers Scholarship Fund (RSF), Unit Scholarship Fund (USF), or Vigilant Torch Foundation (VTF). These organizations promote the scholarship, verify eligibility, and nominate their top three candidates to SOFund.

Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA, demonstrate significant leadership and responsibility in academics, extracurricular activities, athletics, service, or employment, and submit two letters of recommendation along with a 500-word essay on a designated topic.

Please send all completed applications to scholarship@vigilant-torch.org by 11:59pm ET on March 27, 2026.
 

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The Special Operations Fund (SOFund) is offering Vocational, Technical, and Community College (VOTECH) Scholarships. These scholarships may be applied for in addition to VTF's TORCH Scholarship.

SOFund VOTECH Scholarships are $5,000 annually, limited to two years, and to be used for VOTECH studies. The VOTECH program selected can be either a career/technical school that results in a professional license, or a community college course of study or program which results in a degree or license (A.A., A.S., LPN, etc.).

Selection is based on employment experience/volunteer service, demonstrated leadership, academic achievement (minimum 2.5 GPA), career interest, written goals, and recommendations. If the dependent has not attended school in over two years, the transcript requirement is waived.

Applications are accepted year-round. Please send all completed applications to scholarship@vigilant-torch.org.

Note: Those awarded VOTECH Scholarships last year do not need to reapply for year two.

OUR FAMILY. OUR MISSION. Vigilant Torch supports a unique subset of the Special Operations community and their families through holistic well-being initiatives. Our programs—ranging from mentorship and wellness programs to emergency relief and educational opportunities—are tailored to address the specific challenges of military life, transition to civilian life, and beyond. We provide personalized resources that empower and uplift, making us a trusted, essential resource for those we serve. 

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