2026 Veteran CEO Scholarship

Congratulations to our 2025 scholarship recipient, Matthew Das! Learn more about our previous winners here!

At Sechler Law Firm, LLC, we are driven by a profound mission—to help families make great plans. Our commitment extends beyond estate planning; it encompasses a passion for nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit. With this vision in mind, we proudly present the 2026 Veteran CEO Scholarship. This scholarship is not just an opportunity; it’s a salute to the dedication of those who have served or are currently serving in the military. We recognize the sacrifices you’ve made for our country, and we believe in your potential to achieve your dream of owning a business. Our inspiration for this scholarship is to empower individuals to realize their entrepreneurial dreams. We firmly believe that with the right support, education, and strategic planning, you can turn your business aspirations into reality. This scholarship embodies our commitment to making a positive impact on your journey. From now until May 31, 2026, the 2026 Veteran CEO Scholarship will provide a $1,000 financial boost to deserving applicants. This scholarship isn’t just about monetary assistance; it’s about guiding you on the path to success. We invite you to share your aspirations, your business vision, and your timeline for achieving it. Your service deserves to be celebrated, and your entrepreneurial spirit deserves to be unleashed. Continue reading to learn more about this scholarship’s eligibility and application requirements.

Application Deadline: 05/31/2026

Award Amount: $1,000

Eligibility

• The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution.
• Employees of Sechler Law Frm, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to participate in the competition. 
• Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.

Application Requirements

• The candidate must submit a 750-1,000 word essay response to the prompt: We invite you to share your aspirations, your business vision, and your timeline for achieving your goals. Your service deserves to be celebrated, and your entrepreneurial spirit deserves to be unleashed.p
  • Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI-generated writing is detected in the essay, the application will be denied.
• The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
• The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students can submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
• Preference will be given to students either from or attending secondary school in the state.

The recipient of the Veteran CEO Scholarship will be chosen during the month following the scholarship deadline. 

For all scholarship-related inquiries, please use this contact form. We are unable to answer scholarship questions by phone, email, or through any other contact forms listed on this website.