VFW Post 2359 - Voice of Democracy Contest

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2359 invites 9th to 12th grade students to participate in the 2026-2027 Voice of Democracy Contest.

Established in 1947, the Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, more than 26,000 9th through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.

Record your original 3–5-minute audio essay. Submit the recording file, typed transcript, and completed entry form via email or address below (for flash drives or other electronic media).

This year's Theme is “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.”

Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2026.

Click Below to download the Brochure and Entry Form.

Voice of Democracy 2026-2027 Entry Form

To enter - please email completed form, typed transcript, and audio essay to: post2359@vfwma.org

Or mail completed form, typed essay, and audio essay :

VFW Post 2359 - Attn: Voice of Democracy

5 Conant Street, Danvers, MA 01923