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.
Online Auction – 5/15/26 through 5/23/26
This year’s auction has over 60 rounds of golf available for bid!
Visit the site:
2026 McDonough Online Auction
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2026-27 SCHOLARSHIPS
The submission deadline for 2026-27 McDonough Scholarship applications ended on May 15.
Please check back in January of 2027 for our 2027-28 application.
2025-26 McDonough Scholarship Awards totaled $225,010!
98 Scholars from 40 country clubs and golf courses throughout the state of New Hampshire received scholarships this year.
The 2026-27 Scholarships Season is in progress, with
interviews of eligible candidates currently being scheduled.
Awards will be announced in late July.
If you missed the 2026-27 this year’s May 15 deadline, please check back in January of 2027 for the 2027-28 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 2026-27 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, golf organizations and donor-advised funds. 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
2026-27 SCHOLARSHIPS
The Scholarship Application deadline has passed.
Check back in January of 2027 for the 2027-28 application.
RECIPIENTS
Congratulations to our 2025-26 scholarship recipients. The McDonough Foundation’s Scholarship Committee was pleased to award $225,010 in scholarships to 98 applicants, who represent 40 golf clubs throughout the state of New Hampshire.
View the Yearbook of 2025-26 Scholars
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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The 42nd Annual McDonough Benefit Golf Tournament is being held at
BALD PEAK COLONY CLUB
on September 14, 2026
Please contact us via email for more details on sponsorship opportunities or to be placed on a waiting list in the event a foursome becomes available for this event.
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McDonough Scholarship Foundation 61 North Street (603) 316-1494 mcdonoughscholarship@gmail.com
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