CDGA Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program

The CDGA Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program is made possible due to the generosity of annual donors as well as legacy gifts contributed by caring individuals and volunteer organizations that have entrusted their legacy of service through the game with the Chicago District Golf Association. For information on creating a legacy fund or a named scholarship with the CDGA Foundation, please contact our Development Team.

The CDGA and CDGA Foundation are proud to offer the following scholarship awards in 2024:

CDGA Veteran Scholarship

The CDGA Foundation Scholarship is awarded to the dependents of a veteran or dependents of deceased or disabled veteran living or hospitalized in Illinois or the Chicago District (Northwest Indiana, Southwest Michigan and Southern Wisconsin).

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CDGA | Folds of Honor Scholarship

This scholarship ensures that families who’ve sacrificed so much receive the education and opportunities they deserve. Whether it’s K-12th grade or higher education, the cost of pursuing academic dreams should not be an additional burden.

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CDGA | IWGA Julia Dodds Scholarship

The Julia Dodds Scholarship is to assist girls who are pursuing an undergraduate college degree and have a passion for golf. Aside from being an Illinois resident, the criteria for selection for the $5,000 scholarship include Character, Scholarship, Leadership and Sportsmanship.

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CDGA | IWGA Mini-Grant Program

Any Illinois public or private higher education institution (2- or 4-year colleges) may submit applications for consideration in this Mini-Grant Program. Administrators of women’s golf programs are encouraged to apply for assistance by following the guidelines linked below.

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