VGA Scholarship Fund

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The VGA Scholarship Fund was created to invest in the next generation of veteran families. It provides direct financial assistance to children and legal dependents of U.S. military veterans pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or technical education at accredited institutions.
 

This fund is not a charitable program seeking outside donations. It is 100% funded by Veterans Global Assets' operating profits, a core commitment, not a campaign. Every recipient of this scholarship is a direct product of VGA's commercial performance and its obligation to the families who have served.

100% Internally Funded — No Outside Donors

All  Levels Undergraduate, Graduate & Technical Programs

Merit + Need Holistic Selection Character, Commitment & Financial Need

OUR MISSION

The mission of the VGA Scholarship Fund is to reinvest Veterans Global Assets' commercial success into the educational advancement of veteran families providing direct financial assistance to qualifying students pursuing higher education at every level.

WHY WE BUILT THIS 

Veterans and their families often navigate significant challenges after service career transitions, rising living costs, medical burdens, and relocation demands. Education remains one of the strongest pathways to stability and generational opportunity.
 

This fund exists to reduce that financial burden so students can stay focused on what matters most: their academic success. It is sustained entirely by VGA's operating profits which means every dollar awarded is earned, not donated, and every recipient is a direct reflection of VGA's performance and values. 

FUNDING MODEL

Funding  Element and Detail

· Source of Funds  - 100% from VGA fiscal-year operating profits

· Outside Donations - Not accepted ever

· Sponsorships / Grants - Not accepted, fund integrity is non-negotiable

· Sustainability - Tied directly to VGA's operational performance and growth

· Oversight - All allocations approved and tracked through VGA's financial governance process

ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS

WHO CAN APPLY 

· Child or legal dependent of a U.S. military veteran

· Veteran parent may be active duty, reserve, national guard, or honorably discharged

· Applicant must be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited institution

· Must meet minimum academic standing requirements (published annually)

ELIGIBLE PROGRAM TYPES TABLE

Program Type and Details

· Undergraduate - 2-year and 4-year accredited colleges and universities

· Graduate - Master's degree programs and qualifying professional graduate programs

· Technical / Trade - Accredited vocational and technical institutions

WHAT THE SCHOLARSHIP COVERS

Eligible Expense and Description

· Tuition & Institutional Fees - All accredited program tuition and mandatory institutional fees

· Books & Academic Materials - Textbooks, course materials, and required academic supplies

· Housing-Related Expenses - Eligible housing costs   associated with attending an accredited program

· Educational Technology -Laptops, software licenses, and  research tools required for coursework

DISTRIBUTION NOTE 

Where feasible, scholarship funds are disbursed directly to the recipient's institution. Full disbursement details are provided to recipients upon award notification.

HOW TO APPLY STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1 -  Complete the Scholarship  Application

· Submit the official VGA Scholarship Fund application in full

· Incomplete applications will not be  reviewed

Step 2 - Submit Required Documents

Proof of veteran status (parent/guardian)

· Official academic transcripts 

· Personal statement / essay

Step 3 - Committee Review

· All complete applications are reviewed by the VGA Scholarship Oversight Committee using a structured, criteria-based scoring process 

· All decisions are made internally with no outside influence

Step 4 - Award Notification

· Selected recipients receive formal written notification along with funding instructions and disbursement details

SELECTION CRITERIA

Criterion and What We Look For

· Financial Need - Demonstrated financial need relative to the cost of the applicant's program

· Academic Commitment - Academic record, progress, and commitment to their field of study

· Character & Leadership - Evidence of integrity, leadership potential, and personal responsibility

· Alignment with VGA Values - Embodiment of service, accountability, discipline, and the drive to grow

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ — DO YOU ACCEPT OUTSIDE DONATIONS OR SPONSORS?

· A: No. The VGA Scholarship Fund is funded exclusively by VGA fiscal-year operating profits. No outside contributions are accepted under any circumstances

FAQ — ARE MASTER'S PROGRAMS ELIGIBLE?

· A: Yes. Master's degree programs and qualifying professional graduate programs are fully eligible

FAQ — CAN PART-TIME STUDENTS APPLY?

· A: Yes. Both full-time and part-time students may apply, provided they meet all program requirements and published academic standing thresholds

FAQ — WHO REVIEWS APPLICATIONS?

· A: All applications are reviewed by the VGA Scholarship Oversight Committee, an internal committee operating under VGA's governance framework with no outside influence

FAQ — WHEN DOES THE APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN?

· A: Application windows and annual requirements are announced by VGA

· Contact info@veteransglobalassets.com for current cycle information

FAQ — HOW ARE FUNDS DISTRIBUTED?

· A: Where feasible, funds are disbursed directly to the applicant's institution

· Full disbursement details are provided to recipients upon award

CONTINUE THE LEGACY OF SERVICE

Veterans Global Assets was built by veterans who understand discipline, sacrifice, and responsibility. The VGA Scholarship Fund is our commitment to ensure that veteran families have access to education, opportunity, and long-term success — not as a charitable gesture, but as a core obligation of who we are.
 

To apply or learn more, contact the VGA Scholarship Committee: info@veteransglobalassets.com