The American Legion Auxiliary recently awarded McKenzie Scheetz of Plymouth High School The Children of Warriors National Presidents’ Scholarship. Scheetz will receive $5,000 toward her tuition at Butler University this fall.
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 27 congratulates Scheetz on her achievement. Jayne Roahrig, Treasurer of the local Auxiliary said, “It is an honor to present this scholarship to McKenzie, she is very deserving of this award and what she has accomplished in her High School year. As part of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 27, we are all proud to have her represent us.”
The American Legion Auxiliary awards more than $13.5 million each year in various scholarships across the country to young men and women in an effort to help them meet their education goals.
Founded in 1919, the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) helps to advance the mission of The American Legion. With nearly three-quarters of a million members, it is the world’s largest women’s patriotic service organization and one of the nation’s most prominent supporters of veterans, military, and their families. ALA members volunteer millions of hours annually, with a value averaging $2 billion each year. From helping to draft the GI Bill in 1944 to advocating for veterans on Capitol Hill, The American Legion Family has been instrumental in advancing legislation that improves the quality of life for our nation’s veterans. To learn more and get involved, visit www.ALAforVeterans.org.
Pictured: Jayne Roahrig, Treasurer ALA Plymouth Unit 27 presenting to Mckenzie Scheetz.
