The Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund is the largest independent scholarship fund in New England and works to enhance the legacy of Francis Ouimet by growing the fund he loved so dearly. The Ouimet Fund’s purpose is to help deserving young men and women, who have worked at golf courses in Massachusetts, obtain a college education.
In 1913, 20-year-old Francis Ouimet, a relatively unknown amateur and former caddie, achieved an extraordinary feat by defeating Harry Vardon and Ted Ray at the U.S. Open at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts. Growing up in a modest home across the street from the 17th hole at TCC, Ouimet was self-taught, honing his skills in his backyard.
Another great moment unfolded just before the U.S. Open playoff when Francis declined the offer of an experienced TCC member to caddie for him, opting instead to continue on with 10-year-old Eddie Lowery. The iconic photograph capturing Ouimet and Lowery walking down the fairway has etched itself into golf history, symbolizing Ouimet’s remarkable victory and his compassion towards young people.
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Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
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Norton, MA 02766
774-430-9090
Federal Tax ID 04-2234126
Founded in 1949, the Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund awards significant need-based college scholarships to deserving students who have worked at Massachusetts golf courses. The scholarships are renewable and worth an average of $40,000 over the course of four years, with some students receiving as much as $80,000. For 75 years, thousands of young men and women have had their lives changed by working in golf and earning the Ouimet Scholarship.
Dedicated individuals in the golf community have had a hand in carrying Francis Ouimet’s legacy forward by investing in today’s youth and are proud to support them on their path to college graduation. These supporters have done so knowing this competitive Scholarship is an honor reserved for hard-working, highperforming students with financial need.
$53.4M Awarded Since 1949
292 Financial Scholars
91% Graduation Rate
Changing Lives Through the Power of Education
By supporting the Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund, you’re helping deserving students facing financial barriers to fulfill their dream of attending college. Every donation to the Ouimet Fund is an investment in the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow through the power of education.
One-Time and Recurring Donations:
Donors can make a meaningful difference with a one-time donation and can also consider a recurring donation to make a continued impact through regular contributions.
Donor-Advised Funds:
Donor-advised funds offer an easy and tax-efficient way for donors to contribute to the Ouimet Fund.
Memorials and Honorariums:
Memorials and honorariums provide donors with special ways to commemorate and honor their loved ones.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities:
Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds that have increased in value and have been held for more than one year are popular assets our donors use when making a gift to The Fund.
Sustaining Lifetime Membership:
With this increased support level, Lifetime Members are taking the next step with their personal generosity. Being part of this special group means donors are not only supporting the Ouimet Fund during the initial pledge period, but they will continue to make an impact as a donor throughout their lifetime.
Named Endowed Scholarships:
Establishing an endowed scholarship in the name of a family member, friend, or organization is a profound way to honor them and celebrate their legacy in a purposeful and lasting manner.
Eddie Lowery Planned Giving:
Members of the Eddie Lowery Planned Giving Program will make a great impact through commitments offering immediate or delayed benefits to themselves and the Ouimet Fund.
6,630 Scholars Since 1949
$10,436 Average Award
3.4 GPA Average
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Colin McGuire
Executive Director
774-430-9097 • colinm@ouimet.org
Kellie Costa
Director, Development & Donor Relations
774-430-9094 • kelliec@ouimet.org
