ADC Introduces ADC50 Community Scholarships for First-Time Event Attendees

March 26, 2026

The Association of Defense Communities, alongside partner Sourcewell, is introducing an opportunity for first-time ADC event attendees to receive financial assistance to attend ADC50, the Summit and Anniversary Celebration taking place May 11-13 in Washington, D.C.  

The ADC50 Community Scholarship aims to bring in new voices and rising leaders in the defense communities. 

“Together, ADC and Sourcewell are expanding access to this milestone event, ensuring that emerging professionals and fresh perspectives are part of the conversation shaping the future,” ADC says on the submission site. “By investing directly in first‑time attendees, we’re strengthening the next generation of defense community leadership—fueling new ideas, elevating unique voices, and preparing our field for the challenges and opportunities ahead.” 

You can apply for a chance to be selected here. 

ADC photo by Will Reintzell 

March 26, 2026

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