Since 1955 The Richard D. McDonough Foundation has been dedicated to
Since 1955 The Richard D. McDonough Foundation has been dedicated to providing scholarships to employees of New Hampshire golf courses.
About
The McDonough Foundation is a volunteer organization whose sole mission is to provide scholarships for up to four years to young men and women employed at New Hampshire golf courses, who are attending colleges and universities of their choice for undergraduate studies, as well as vocational trade programs within nationally accredited trade institutions. The Foundation solicits monies on an annual basis in support of this mission and is a 501 (c)(3) not-for profit organization. The Foundation’s Federal Tax ID# is 02-6012491.
APPLY
Please click here to be directed to the 2025-26 McDonough Scholarship Application portal
February 6, 2025 – The McDonough Board of Directors is proud to provide the 2025-26 scholarship application via our new portal.
Click on the link above to register your User ID and Password. Once registration is complete, please visit your portal, review the instructions and begin filling out this year’s application.
McDonough’s new application portal has many appealing features which will make the applicant’s submission process much more user-friendly than in previous years, including an auto-save feature, the ability to fill it out in multiple sittings as information becomes available, and automated notifications for various processes.
PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF THE MAY 15, 2025 DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION.
No exceptions or extensions are granted for missed deadlines or incorrect information.
THE EARLIER YOU BEGIN FILLING OUT YOUR APPLICATION, THE BETTER!
2025-26 McDonough Scholarship Application
We look forward to receiving your 2025 application.
Sincerely,
The McDonough Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors
Photo credit: Ripken Kimball, Concord Country Club, McDonough Scholar, UNH, Class of 2025
2024-25 McDonough Scholarship Awards totaled $182,000!
96 Scholars from 36 country clubs and golf courses throughout the state of New Hampshire received scholarships this year.
If you missed this year’s May 15 deadline, check back in January of 2025 for the 2025-26 scholarship application.
Photo credit: Ripken Kimball, Concord Country Club, McDonough Scholar, UNH, Class of 2025
About
The McDonough Foundation is a volunteer organization whose sole mission is to provide scholarships for up to four years to young men and women employed at New Hampshire golf courses, who are attending colleges and universities for undergraduate studies, as well as enrollment in certain trade programs at accredited institutions. The Foundation solicits monies on an annual basis in support of this mission and is a 501 (c) (3) not-for profit organization.
Donate
Please help Support our 2025 Scholars by donating whatever amount you are able.
The McDonough Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization, welcomes all general contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, or golf organizations. All contributions are acknowledged and are fully tax-deductible. Please consider a contribution to help the NH youth reach their academic goals.
Scholarships
Any student employee of a New Hampshire golf course or club, including pro shop, grounds, wait, kitchen & office staff, may be eligible for the scholarship. Candidates should demonstrate the promise of academic success, as well as require financial assistance. Once awarded, a McDonough Scholarship may be renewed each year for a total of four years. Annual grants are renewable, upon application, depending upon demonstrated need for financial aid and annual maintenance of academic standards. All candidates must be recommended by the golf club where they are in at least their second full season of employment.
APPLY
Please click here to be directed to the 2025-26 McDonough Scholarship Application portal
Click on the link above to register your User ID and Password. Once registration is complete, please visit your portal, review the instructions and begin filling out this year’s application.
PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF THE MAY 15, 2025 DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION.
No exceptions or extensions are granted for missed deadlines or incorrect information.
2025-26 McDonough Scholarship Application
RECIPIENTS
Congratulations to our 2024-25 scholarship recipients. The McDonough Foundation’s Scholarship Committee was pleased to award $182,000 in scholarships to 96 applicants, who represent 36 golf clubs throughout the state of New Hampshire.
View the Yearbook of 2024-25 Scholars
Any student employee of a New Hampshire golf course or club is eligible to apply for a scholarship.
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DONATION PROGRAMS
Many individuals, corporations, foundations, and golf organizations support the McDonough Foundation.
There are a variety of donor opportunities from general contributions, to sponsorships, or volunteer to become a member of the McDonough board.
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McDonough’s Fourth
ANNUAL ONLINE AUCTION
will be held in May of 2025
We are currently soliciting donations of rounds of golf (with carts) for this year’s auction.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date news about next year’s auction or sign up for the McDonough news emails we send periodically!
The 41st Annual McDonough Benefit Golf Tournament will be held at
BALD PEAK COLONY CLUB
on September 15, 2025
12:00 PM – Registration/Lunch
1:30 PM – Shotgun Start
6:00 PM – Cocktails/Dinner/Awards
Please contact us via email for more details on sponsorship opportunities or to register a foursome for the tournament.
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McDonough Scholarship Foundation 61 North Street (603) 316-1494 mcdonoughscholarship@gmail.com
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