SCHOLARSHIPS

2024 Scholarship Applications

The purpose of the WPGA Junior Foundation scholarship program is to assist graduating high school and college students in financing their college education. There are 2 separate scholarship forms. One is for graduating high school seniors and the other is for current college students. Please choose the appropriate one. In 2023, the WPGA Junior Foundation awarded 33 scholarships totaling $65,000. We anticipate awarding even more in 2024.

Deadline for scholarship applications is April 24, 2024. (5pm)

All applications will be taken online. Please make sure you have your transcripts and letters of recommendations available to attach to your application online. 

High School Applicants

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College Applicants

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BACKGROUND_______________________________________

 Created in 1999, the WPGA Junior Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to the mission of promoting the game of golf by providing positive opportunities, enjoyment, and education to Wisconsin junior golfers and their families. We accomplish this through our tournament series and player development programs whereby allowing us to provide scholarships and grants to deserving participants.

 

Tony Coleman Scholarship $1,500 (One boy recipient, One girl recipient)

Tony was the PGA General Manager and COO for Bishops Bay Country Club from 1994-2013. He led the facility from its development into the first rate operation it remains today. Prior to his time at Bishops Bay, Tony was the Executive Director of the Wisconsin PGA for nine years. Among the many items accomplished in his nine years, TC was most proud of the creation of WPGA Golf Services. The PGA Professionals that were hired provided the golfers of Milwaukee County an experience with PGA Professionals they had not seen in 70 years of operations. Along the way, many PGA Professionals worked and flourished under Tony’s guidance. 

Tony spent many of his earlier years volunteering with the WPGA. He was a member of the Board of Directors and later served as Secretary and Vice President. Tony was set to become President of the Association in 1985 when he decided to move into the Executive Director position.

Tony has been honored by the WPGA as the 1986 WPGA Professional of the Year and as a two-time Bill Strausbaugh Award winner. Tony was a 36 year member of the PGA. 

Tony’s passion for golf was most evident when working with a junior golfer wishing to excel in the game. This scholarship was made possible by the generous support of the Coleman family, friends, Bishops Bay CC members and the membership of the Wisconsin PGA. Alex and Luke Weiss contribute to this scholarship by fundraising at the club.


Terry "Santa" Noel Scholarship - $2,500 (4 will be awarded in 2023)

Terry was a tribute to golf, but more importantly a tribute to respect and love of mankind and the ability to spread happiness with his kindness and constant smile.  Terry was first and foremost a loving husband, brother, uncle, and friend to all he met. Terry was also a proud Army veteran from the Vietnam era, serving most of his time in Germany and at The Presidio in San Francisco, CA. Finally, Terry was an avid, passionate golfer who spread his goodwill on the course and off.

Terry was a member of Edgewood Country Club in Big Bend WI, where he was often found talking with ease about family activities and making his buddies smile. In addition to his passion for golf, he was a master at horseshoes and billiards. If there was competition or laughter happening, Terry was in the middle of it. Golf in his home state of Wisconsin was not his only contribution to the game. Terry and the love of his life Sara were constant travelers, especially in retirement. And Terry seldom missed a chance to sample the local PGA courses in their many destinations. 

Every year, Terry was one of the competitors in a 3-day team competition in the spirit of Ryder Cup/President’s Cup. The event attracts 24 long-time friends from 10 states in the union and a couple of international travelers to destinations such as Myrtle Beach, New Orleans, Tampa and Austin. The friendly competition continues as it has since the early 90’s, but will not truly be whole again without the contagious joy of dear friend Terry “Santa” Noel. It is fitting that the name Terry Noel was engraved on the cup as a victor in his final year of competition – Terry was the definition of a winner, in golf and in life.

The Warren Family Scholarship: - $1,500 (One girl recipient)
Our family has seen firsthand the valuable lessons of sportsmanship, competition, and social interaction the game of golf provides. We look forward to helping a deserving student golfer fulfill her early life goals. The scholarship will assist young women graduating from high school who have participated in Wisconsin PGA Junior Tour events. The annual recipient will show high academic achievements, a history of solid extra circular activities, and be hopeful of playing golf at the collegiate level. The Warren family consists of Mike, a long-time golf sales representative and Junior Tour sponsor, Donna, a great "golf mom," and Liz, a junior tour player 1999-2005 who went on to play collegiately at Hofstra University and is now a businesswoman in the Madison area. 


Sparks Family Charitable Fund Golf Scholarship - $1,500
The Sparks Family Charitable Fund is delighted to introduce its Golf Scholarship, a reflection of the family's deep-rooted involvement in and commitment to the sport of golf, particularly through the WPGA Junior Foundation. This involvement began from the time their son, Tyson, first gripped a golf club, marking the start of a lifelong journey with the sport, culminating in his position on the golf team for West Point Military Academy.

This scholarship is designed to support young athletes who embody the spirit of golf, characterized by hard work, sportsmanship, and living with honor both on and off the course. Recognizing that financial barriers can prevent talented individuals from reaching their full potential, the Sparks family is dedicated to providing financial assistance to those aspiring to continue their golf career but are hindered by lack of funds. Eligibility is open to golfers who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the sport, uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, and require financial support to further their golfing pursuits. The Sparks Family Charitable Fund Golf Scholarship aims to nurture and empower the next generation of golfers, ensuring that financial challenges do not obstruct their path to achieving excellence in a sport deeply valued by the family.


The Rain or Shine Golf Scholarship: $1,500

Rain or Shine Golf is proud to launch this scholarship in partnership with the Wisconsin Jr PGA. Rain or Shine Golf's founder, Shawn Foley, was an active participant in many of the WPGA Junior Foundation events over the years, and was really shaped into the golfer and person he is today due to the influence that the WPGA Junior Foundation had on his childhood. Shawn was a junior player from 2004 - 2010 and went on to play collegiately at Northern Illinois University, before starting Rain or Shine Golf in 2016. The Rain or Shine Golf Scholarship aims to support a recipient with aspirations of playing golf at the collegiate level, while also striving for great academic success in the classroom. (https://rainorshinegolf.com/)


Marty Swab Kid to Kid Scholarship - $1,750

Marty Swab, currently a student athlete at Lake Forest College. The Kid to Kid Scholarship started in 2017. This scholarship will be awarded based on three qualities: showing a solid history of giving back to the community, integrity and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate for this scholarship shows a history of giving back to others, a positive attitude, and being graceful in victory or defeat. Your character on the golf course will also be considered. The funds for this scholarship were raised by the generous donations from golfers throughout the state. Marty, a WPGA Junior Foundation member for 11 years, raised the money by collecting donations at area golf courses and out in the community. Marty raised over $50,000 for the WPGA Junior Foundation since he started raising funds at the age of seven.

Wisconsin Golf Salespersons' Association Scholarship - $1,500

The Wisconsin Golf Salesperson’s Association (WIGSA) is a non-profit organization comprised of sales representatives that serve golf throughout the state. A part of the mission of the WIGSA is to foster a positive relationship with PGA Professionals. Another part is to give back to the game and this scholarship is a direct reflection of their dedication to their profession and to the game. This scholarship aims to reward the hard-working efforts of those working to put themselves through school.


Wisconsin Golf Group - $1,750
The Wisconsin Golf Group is a Facebook group that runs a two special outings each year to support the WPGA Junior Foundation along with promoting Wisconsin Golf to its 9,500 group members. The outings will benefit the WPGA Junior Foundation at PGA HOPE WISCONSIN (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) initiatives. 


Wisconsin Golf Facilities - $1,750
The scholarship is possible through the support of many courses around the state. Facilities support this scholarship by hosting junior tournaments, PGA Junior League, PGA HOPE and Drive, Chip & Putt and/or donating to our auction in last few years.


American Family Insurance Scholarship - $3,250 (One boy and One girl recipient)

The WPGA Junior Foundation teamed up with the American Family Insurance Championship to offer this scholarship. American Family Insurance has brought a PGA Champions Tour event to Wisconsin. The event will be played at University Ridge on June 9-11. As part of the event the Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation is making charitable donations to groups around the state and the WPGA Junior Foundation was chosen to receive some of these funds.

*To be eligible to receive the American Family Insurance Scholarship, each applicant must fill out the Gross Income questions on page three for High School applicants and page eight for College applicants. If you do not fill out the income questions you will not be eligible for this scholarship, but will be eligible for all other scholarships*


Balance & Believe Foundation Scholarship - $2,500 (two recipients)

The Balance & Believe Foundation, based in Madison, WI, was formed in 2014 by Derek Schnarr to help promote junior golf, teach life lessons, and focus on community service. These three pillars of the Foundation come together in the Foundation's mission statement - Promoting junior golf, while providing a platform for kids to give back to the community. Over the past four years the Foundation has used this event, previously called the Michael Luedtke Memorial Golf Outing, to raise the necessary funds to support the multitude of programs in the Madison area they are involved with. The programs range from the Food Pantry and Resource Center at Falk Elementary School, to the Snack Pack program at Olson Elementary School, B&B36 program, Longest Day of Golf, and the B&B Community, Michael Luedtke, and Dick Wilson Memorial Scholarships. 


General Scholarships
All applicants, not winning one of the above named scholarships shall be considered for the general scholarships. The scholarships will range from $500 up to $1,000.


LPGA Scholarships

The LPGA also has scholarships available for girls. See the below scholarship applications. Visit the LPGA Website for more information.
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Junior Golf Financial Need Application 

If you are in need of Financial Assistant to play in events or membership, view our Financial need form. 
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