Our Kid’s Programs
STRIVE Programs are all about the kids! We have some exciting new resources for all ages, and look forward to uniting children of the Special Forces Community!
Special Forces Children’s Art & Poetry Competition
April is the month of the Military Child! In recognition of our talented Army Special Forces Children, the Special Forces Charitable Trust is sponsoring an Art & Poetry Competition for children whose parents currently serve in the Army Special Forces Community.
The Art Competition will be open to children ages 5-17. The poetry contest will be open to ages 12-17. Contestants may choose to incorporate one of the following themes in their entry of either art or poetry.
Contest Themes
“Life as a Military Child” - a depiction of your life!
“Overcoming Obstacles” – your depiction of kicking butt as a military kiddo and family!
“Celebrations” – your depiction of your favorite celebration!
Submissions are CLOSED for 2024!
If you have any questions, please email programs@specialforcescharitabletrust.org or call our office at 910-725-7034.
Special Forces Teen’s College and Trade School Scholarship
We are excited to now offer scholarships for Special Forces children graduating high school and continuing their education! These scholarships will be awarded annually and limited to undergraduate and trade school studies that result in a degree or vocational certification from an accredited graduate school, university, college, community college, or vocational/trade/technical institution.
Eligibility: applicants must meet the following criteria:
Daughter or son of an Active-Duty United States Army Special Forces Soldier.
Undergraduate student must not have reached 26 years of age by 15 October 2024.
A high school senior, high school graduate, or registered as a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or vocational/trade/technical institution.
