In 1962, Brigadier General Martin F. Rockmore USMC (Ret.) learned of a Marine WWII Medal of Honor who was financially unable to send his child to college. General Rockmore was inspired to create an organization that honored Marines by empowering their children through education. After an initial fundraising event, which sent that one Medal of Honor recipient's child to college, the Scholarship Foundation grew thanks to an enormous volunteer effort. Since that time, over 40,000 scholarships valued at nearly $125,000,000 have been given to deserving students, including 2,300 for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Today, the Scholarship Foundation has never been more relevant. The ever-increasing cost of a post-high school education has significantly outpaced the salary earned by military servicemembers creating a real need for higher education financial assistance for the children of America's Marines. These families have endured frequent, destabilizing moves, modest incomes and, in some cases, the disability or loss of a parent. They should not have to bear the burden of not knowing how they will afford post-high school educations for their children.
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation delivers a meaningful and lasting expression of gratitude to Marine Corps families through its longstanding commitment to Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children.
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Happy 58th Birthday to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation! Founded in 1962 by Brigadier General Martin F. Rockmore to support the higher education of the children of Marines, the Scholarship Foundation has since awarded more than 40,000 scholarships valued at over $135 million. We can’t wait to see what the next fifty-eight years bring!
Today’s the day! Be sure to check your email for 2020-2021 scholarship award announcements. We are so excited to welcome you to the Marine Scholar family!
Today, on Memorial Day, we remember the brave men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Our Board Chairman, General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.) writes, “It is our duty to ensure that Marines, and their families, know their country stands beside them, especially during this day of remembrance and reflection. ” Read General Neller’s full message here: http://ow.ly/AkX050zJspa
On Memorial Day, we reflect on the sacrifices of those who gave all to protect freedom. Those who made the choice to put country before self. Those...
Did you know you can support MCSF when you shop online? Visit smile.amazon.com and select the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation as your charity of choice. 👍
Our #MarineScholars are our stars! You inspire us with your out of this world dedication during these challenging times. Shine on! ✨🌠
This Military Appreciation Month, meet #MarineScholar, Taylor! As a psychology major at the University of San Francisco, she studies post-traumatic stress disorder and brain injuries, with the goal of helping military veterans when she graduates. Read more about Taylor's story here: http://ow.ly/HfVw50zJaAD
Taylor’s dad was a Marine and his service changed her life forever. “After his death in 2003, my life was never the same,” she told us. “My mother...
Meet Rodney, one of our #MarineScholars attending North Carolina Wesleyan College! While this semester had some unexpected twists, he told us that growing up in a military family he was always taught to adapt and overcome. Keep up the great work, Rodney!
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Halsey faithfully stood alongside her father, GySgt Riesberg, as he served in the Marine Corps for twenty-two years. Thanks to their military lifestyle, she developed a love for travel and was inspired to pursue a career in the hospitality industry. Today, father and daughter are side by side again as they both pursue their degrees through distance learning classes. What a team! #MarineScholars
Happy Mother’s Day! Aliza told us about how her mom’s service in the Marine Corps helped inspire her interest in international politics and her dream of becoming an international human rights and immigration lawyer. Thank you, Moms, for all you do for today and every day!
Semper Fidelis knows no limits. Cheers to all Marines and their best friends! #NationalPetWeek #MilitaryAppreciationMonth
We are honored to support Marine families 24/7, 365 days a year. Families like the Smiths, who count three #MarineScholars among their ranks. Their father, Carl, said that he believes the foundation to be “one of the biggest of the many benefits I have received from my service.” Read more about their story here: http://ow.ly/V1WZ50zzCgz
Thank you for participating in #GivingTuesdayNow. Especially in this unprecedented time, your support is needed and appreciated! Thanks to you, children of Marines will be able to continue their studies now and in the future. If you haven’t, there’s still time to visit mcsf.org/donate to give and make a difference.
We are proud to support Marine families all year, in all circumstances; will you consider doing so this #GivingTuesdayNow? Go to mcsf.org/donate to give and make a difference in a Marine child's education.
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Happy National Pet Week! The pets of MCSF staff members are helping their humans work hard to support the children of Marines. What purrrfect remote workers!
Say hello to one of our amazing #MarineScholars, Kc! She is studying biology at Norwich University, with the goal of becoming a doctor to support Native American communities. Outside of her schoolwork, she plays on the varsity women’s ice hockey team and is part of the veteran's club, which visits local veteran's hospitals and sends care packages to service members during the holidays. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her!
So excited to begin welcoming our newest #MarineScholars soon! Our staff is hard at work distance learning about all our amazing applicants. Stay tuned!
During Month of the Military Child, let’s shine the spotlight on one of our multi-talented students, Landon! He studies Mechanical Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines to build skills to solve engineering problems across the globe. In his spare time, he is captain of the handball team and involved with the Asian Society of Mechanical Engineers. #MarineScholars
Shout out to Michaela, one of our amazing #MarineScholars! Michaela is studying Nursing at Georgia State University, and in her spare time, she volunteers with children at Scottish Rite Hospital. We’re honored to support her education in the healthcare field. Way to go, Michaela!
While we wish we could have recognized him in-person, it was our privilege to present Dr. Monroe Trout with this year’s Semper Fidelis Award through the efforts of our annual Philadelphia Celebratory Ball.
One of fourteen children born in the depths of the depression, Dr. Trout has never forgotten where he came from. He often says, “There is no shame in being poor. The shame is being successful and not helping others.” Congratulations Dr. Trout, it was our honor to learn and be inspired by your story:
What’s another word for #MarineScholar? Resilient! Beyond her own remote learning classes, Brelyn teaches several children of deployed parents and essential personnel in her community. As she says, “Giving up simply isn’t in our blood.” We hope you all have a safe and healthy final few weeks of the semester!
Meet one of our rockstar students, Chyra! She’s a senior studying Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. Not only is she excelling in her studies, but this year she was also Secretary for her school’s dance crew, a Caldwell Fellow and a teacher’s assistant. To say we’re proud is an understatement! #MarineScholars
While it’s no replacement for an evening spent together, we’ve put together a brief video message to update you on the activities of the Scholarship Foundation, celebrate our honoree Dr. Monroe Trout, and thank our incredible sponsors. We remain hopeful that we will all be happy and healthy as we gather at the Union League on April 17, 2021 for the 46th Annual Ball.
Thank you for your partnership as we continue the important work of Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children.
Dr. Monroe Tribute Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKfaSc-6bbQ
More Scholarship Foundation Stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfWFondUBDCDYZxUSb2sFYLzZk7ZCv2et
We are so sad that we can’t be with our Philly family to celebrate the 45th annual Philadelphia Celebratory Ball this year. We look forward to seeing you all in 2021! In the meantime, check out this special message from our President and CEO, Lieutenant General Robert R. Ruark USMC (Ret.). https://bit.ly/3auzMhy
While it’s no replacement for an evening spent together, we’ve put together a brief video message to update you on the activities of the Scholarship Foundation, celebrate our honoree Dr. Monroe Trout, and thank our incredible sponsors. We remain hopeful that we will all be happy and healthy as we gather at the Union League on April 17, 2021 for the 46th Annual Ball.
Thank you for your partnership as we continue the important work of Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children.
Dr. Monroe Tribute Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKfaSc-6bbQ
More Scholarship Foundation Stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfWFondUBDCDYZxUSb2sFYLzZk7ZCv2et
Chillin’ out, maxin’, relaxin’ all cool! 😂 We want to know what our Marine Scholars are up to during their Spring Break!? Comment below. Wishing you all a safe and relaxing week.
Our staff is working hard (remotely 🤗) to review the thousands of scholarship applications we received in March! We can’t wait to welcome our 20-21 #MarineScholars in the coming months. Stay tuned and in the meantime, we hope everyone is staying safe and healthy!
Today, we’re pleased to announce the appointment of General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.), 37th Commandant of the Marine Corps, as Chairman of the Board of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation!
General Neller's many decades of leadership experience hold great promise for the future of this organization, and we’re excited to work alongside him as we continue to help #MarineScholars pursue their dreams of higher education! Please join us in welcoming General Neller to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation family.
Marine Scholar alum, Ensign Allison Brown USN, joined the battle against the pandemic this week – arriving in New York City on the U.S.N.S. Comfort. The Navy hospital ship will work to relieve the strain on New York City hospitals. We’re so proud of you, Allison. Thank you for putting the values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment to work. 🇺🇸 🗽
At the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the health, safety and welfare of our students, investors, and staff are our first and foremost concerns. Like you, we are monitoring the situation and following the guidance of our Nation’s health experts and appropriate authorities. Our staff members are working remotely and several of our upcoming events have been postponed. You can visit www.mcsf.org/events for the most recent schedule updates.
I would like to personally thank the many investors who have reached out to us and are maintaining their support during this turbulent time. You are truly helping us to “honor Marines by educating their children”. We received nearly 4,000 scholarship applications just a few weeks ago and will maintain our promise to award a scholarship to every eligible applicant.
To our students and Marine parents, we remain a dependable resource for you and look forward to announcing our 2020-21 class of scholarship recipients in late May.
Semper Fidelis,
Lieutenant General Robert R. Ruark USMC (Ret.)
President and CEO
Meet our amazing #MarineScholar, Grace Frazier. ❤️ During Grace’s sophomore year of college, Hurricane Florence hit her town and destroyed much of what she called home. But Grace is the daughter of a Marine and she is strong. She persevered. Read the rest of Grace’s story here: www.mcsf.org/blog.
Shoutout to our amazing #MarineScholar – Kamille – for volunteering her time to man our booth at the Hoag Charity Classic last weekend. And a huge thank you to the Hoag Classic and CoreLogic for including MCSF in this amazing event!
Our 10th Annual Patriots at Pebble golf tournament raised more than $1.2 million! Now, that’s what we call a win! Thank you to the many golfers, supporters, and volunteers who came together to make this happen for the children of Marines.
Today is International Women’s Day. We’re proud to honor the accomplishments of the many strong women who are serving and have served in the United States Marine Corps.
Deadline alert! Our scholarship application for the 2020-2021 academic year closes today at 11:59pm central. Be sure to submit your application ASAP.
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Happy 58th Birthday to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation! Founded in 1962 by Brigadier General Martin F. Rockmore to support the higher education of the children of Marines, the Scholarship Foundation has since awarded more than 40,000 scholarships valued at over $135 million. We can’t wait to see what the next fifty-eight years bring!
While we wish we could have recognized him in-person, it was our privilege to present Dr. Monroe Trout with this year’s Semper Fidelis Award through the efforts of our annual Philadelphia Celebratory Ball. One of fourteen children born in the depths of the depression, Dr. Trout has never forgotten where he came from. He often says, “There is no shame in being poor. The shame is being successful and not helping others.” Congratulations Dr. Trout, it was our honor to learn and be inspired by your story:
Today, we’re pleased to announce the appointment of General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.), 37th Commandant of the Marine Corps, as Chairman of the Board of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation! General Neller's many decades of leadership experience hold great promise for the future of this organization, and we’re excited to work alongside him as we continue to help #MarineScholars pursue their dreams of higher education! Please join us in welcoming General Neller to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation family.
Marine Scholars, need a little Monday Motivation to get you through Finals Week?! We’ve got you covered. Here’s a video of the 37th Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Neller, leading a group of Marines in song at our Chicago Dinner last month. 🎵 All the feels!
In case you missed it, here's the clip of SgtMaj Barrett and #MarineScholar Jordyn Pettiford on NBC Washington Midday sharing info about the Scholarship Foundation and tonight's Scholarship Announcement Ceremony. Help us celebrate our 2019-2020 scholars: Join us at 7pm EST as we go LIVE at #SAC19!
We’re so grateful to each of you who shared a word to describe the sons and daughters of our service members. It's clear to all of us at the Scholarship Foundation that you see what we do: Just like their parents, the children of #Marines face challenges and rise to the occasion again and again. It is our privilege to empower young people raised on Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Thank you for all that you do to support military families. #MonthoftheMilitaryChild #USMC #USAF #NAVY #ARMY #VETS
“The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Ball is far better than any prom!” – Donald “Ducky” Mallard, NCIS We couldn’t agree more! Check out last night’s NCIS shout out below and learn more about the Scholarship Foundation’s incredible events at www.mcsf.org/events! #MarineCorpsScholarshipFoundation #MarineCorps #MarineFamilies #NCIS #SemperFi #DUCKY #MarineCorpsScholarship #MarineScholar #USMC #USNavyCorpsman #ScholarshipApplication
Check out a few of our favorite moments from this year’s #PatriotsAtPebble! Thank you to all the Marines, scholars, friends and donors who helped pull off this amazing event. Learn how you can get involved with upcoming events across the country: www.mcsf.org/events
There isn’t much time left to submit your 2019-20 scholarship application. Applications are due March 1, finish yours today! www.mcsf.org/apply #Marines #FBF #FridayFeeling ##USMC #Scholarship
This year, we’ve celebrated the great achievements of so many amazing #MarineScholars. We’re incredibly proud of each of them for following their dreams and living with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. We can’t wait to see what they accomplish in 2019!
Thank you to NBC Washington for highlighting Jeff “Skunk” Baxter’s birthday and benefit concert to support the Scholarship Foundation! Join us tonight at The Birchmere for a benefit concert to celebrate: https://bit.ly/2BayiZY
Last month we joined #Marines and their families for a day of fun and exploration at the Adler-Planetarium. We had a great time learning and met many of our future #MarineScholars. They were there to attend our annual Chicago Dinner, which aims to raise $30 million to ensure that every child of a severely injured Marine or Navy Corpsman has the opportunity to pursue his/her education! #tbt #scholarship
Last month, Q13 FOX News' Matt Lorch served as our Master of Ceremonies for the Seattle Awards Dinner. He had the chance to sit down with 95-year-old Hershel Hershel 'Woody' Williams VFW Post 7048, one of only four living Medal of Honor recipients from World War II, and LtGen Robert Ruark USMC (Ret.), President and CEO of the Scholarship Foundation, to discuss the lasting impact of scholarships for children of Marines and their families. Check it out!
“We can’t give enough thanks to those who wear the uniform and their families.” In case you missed it, Damon Hack of the Golf Channel's Morning Drive gave a special shoutout to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation on yesterday’s show. Thank you for helping us Honor Marines by Educating Their Children!
We’re ringing in the new school year, with a new record! For the 2018-19 academic year, we have awarded $7.7 million in academic scholarships to 2,330 #MarineScholars! Thank you to everyone who has helped us Honor Marines by Educating Their Children for another year!
“They’re making dreams become a reality.” Former NFL Linebacker TRW Incorporated shares why he supports our mission to honor the next generation of leaders. Watch the full clip from our recent #PatriotsAtPebble Golf Tournament special on the Golf Channel!
We couldn’t do what we do without great sponsors like PwC. Check out this clip of #PwCFoundation’s Frank Gaudio sharing why they support our mission to Honor Marines by Educating Their Children.
Children of Marines overcome obstacles few of us can understand, like Andrew from San Diego Miramar College, who grew up with an active duty Marine father. Watch his story and see more inspiring moments from the Golf Channel coverage of #PatriotsatPebble: http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
Land of the free because of the brave – like Marine father SSgt John Jones and his daughter Jade. Celebrate him and other service members today by tuning in to the Golf Channel at 8pm ET/5pm PT for our Patriots at Pebble Golf Tournament! http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
“For the Marines that make all the sacrifices out there, there should be no reason that their children are sacrificed either.” Our President and CEO LtGen Robert Ruark is spot on! Tune in July 4 at 8pm ET/5pm PT on the Golf Channel to watch his full Patriots at Pebble appearance: http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
Honor, Courage and Commitment. See how we brought the U.S. Marine Corps values to life during our Patriots at Pebble golf tournament airing July 4 at 8pm ET/5pm PT on the Golf Channel! http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
Children of Marines overcome obstacles few of us can understand, like Andrew from San Diego Miramar College, who grew up with an active duty Marine father. Hear his full story July 4 at 8pm ET/5 PM PT when our #PatriotsAtPebble Golf Tournament airs on the Golf Channel: http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
Scholarship recipient Karina and her father, veteran Sgt Vincente Hinojosa, share why our support is important to them and thousands of other Marine families across the country. Watch her full story in 2 weeks and see our Patriots at Pebble tournament in action on the Golf Channel, July 4 at 8pm! Learn more: http://bit.ly/2M11wyn
By investing in #MarineScholars, you’re providing the chance for thousands of children of Marines to pursue their dreams. Thank you for beliving in them and our mission.
Meet our June Marine Scholar of the Month, Sarah Scott, a student at Central Michigan University and the daughter of Marine Veteran Captain Horace Dempsey. Watch her D.C. Gala takeover video to hear how becoming a #MarineScholar is helping her pursue a career in marketing.
Today is the day! We’ll welcome our newest class of #MarineScholars as we send 2018-19 scholarship award letters! We have over 2,000 emails to send in multiple batches, so remember to check your inboxes throughout the day as they make their way out. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!
Watch as the Golf Channel takes a closer look at how our #PatriotsAtPebble tournament brings Marines together for a great cause!
April showers bring May flowers… and your scholarship award decision! This month, we'll be sending award notifications to all students who applied this year. Make sure to check your inbox no later than May 31!
Our Eagle, Globe and Anchor Dinner started with an incredible kickoff performance by the Marine Band San Diego! #PatriotsAtPebble
We’ve heard from scholarship recipients across the country whose stories underscore the important role your support has played in their journey – and their message is clear: Your support is making a difference in their lives.
Our Marine Scholars are truly one of a kind. And it’s thanks to you that each and every one of them is able to pursue their dreams and give back to their communities.
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