The Jewish War Veterans Post 644 is seeking applicants for the Chuck Sandroff Memorial Scholarship, given in memory of the group’s past commander, who passed away in 2017.

The $500 scholarship is given to a high school senior who is a descendant of a Jewish War Veteran. To qualify the student must provide the following:

• Student name, address and phone number 

• Name of high school, grade point average, extra curricular activities, sports, Honor Society, etc.

• Name of college or junior college student plans to attend and major and ultimate career goal.

• Name of synagogue if a member as well as Jewish activities (BBYO, etc.)

• The veteran’s name, branch of service and years served

• Copy of form DD 214 or Veteran ID Card copy

• Does not have to be a combat veteran. Can be Reserve service

• Is the veteran now or previously a member of Jewish War Veterans (not required to win scholarship)? ROTC counts if it resulted in active duty.

Applicants should mail a letter with the information above to: Dennis Cohen, Commander, Jewish War Veterans Post 644; 1518 Woodroyal West Drive, Chesterfield, Mo., 63017.