The Nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military children.
Join the Fidelis Fund to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Marine and Navy Corpsmen children. Your contributions provide essential scholarships and resources, helping shape a brighter future from the start.
In response to a surge in scholarship applications in 2020, the Fidelis Fund was created to support the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s mission: to Honor Marines by Educating Their Children. Our members provide essential resources through unrestricted giving. For the 2024-25 academic year, we face a critical $2 million funding challenge and urgently need support from both new and longtime community members to ensure future generations benefit from our resources.
Make a meaningful impact by contributing to the Fidelis Fund. Your support not only strengthens the Scholarship Foundation but also empowers future leaders. As a Fidelis Fund investor, you’ll receive exclusive updates, hear from Marine Scholars, and gain unique opportunities to connect with our community.
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has made a promise to provide scholarships to the children of Marines for generations to come. We can leave no Marine family in-need behind. That’s where your gift to the Fidelis Fund comes in. Nearly 65% of gifts the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation receives are restricted to specific activities, making unrestricted giving the most powerful source of funding for the organization — and Marine families. To ensure the Scholarship Foundation can keep our promise to Marine families, we must be capable of addressing the new challenges our Marine Scholars face and provide those resources effectively and with a sense of urgency. Unrestricted giving makes this possible.
A leadership gift to the Fidelis Fund is vital for funding scholarships and supporting Marine families. As education costs rise, your contribution ensures we can continue to assist every eligible Marine Scholar.
How Your Support Helps
Direct Scholarship Support
ComPsych Services
Engagement Platforms
Join us in making a lasting impact!
$25 – $999: Devil Dog Society
Inspired by the tenacity of the Marine Corps, this level supports up to 40 Marine Scholars by funding essential services like ComPsych and Engagement Platforms, helping them excel academically.
$1,000 – $24,999: Leatherneck Society
Named for a symbol of Marine resilience, this level provides direct scholarships and resources for up to 6 Marine Scholars, enhancing their educational journey. Members at this level receive a special welcome packet.
$25,000 – $49,999: Eagle, Globe, and Anchor Society
Reflecting the Marine Corps emblem, this level supports up to 12 Marine Scholars with comprehensive funding for educational expenses and critical resources like ComPsych and Engagement Platforms.
$50,000 and Above: Commandant’s Circle
Recognizing the highest level of support, this exclusive circle funds full scholarships for over 12 Marine Scholars, covering all educational costs and providing extensive support services to ensure their success.
Join the Fidelis Fund today! Your generous unrestricted investment plays a crucial role in supporting the Scholarship Foundation and our Marine Scholars, enhancing education and vital services for Marines and their families.
You can contribute in several ways, including one-time gifts or recurring monthly donations. One-time contributions address immediate needs, while recurring donations help us plan for the future. Additionally, you can give through a Donor Advised Fund for added flexibility in your charitable giving.
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, making your contributions fully tax deductible.
Start your membership journey today by selecting from our available investment opportunities and make a lasting impact!
Contributions to the Fidelis Fund may also be mailed directly to:
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Our team is here to assist you with any questions about your personal giving history or the impact of your most recent contributions. We’re available Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
Email: fidelisfund@mcsf.org
Phone: 703-549-0060
We look forward to hearing from you!
Watch Aidan’s film to see how the MCSF changes lives.
of our scholarship recipients graduate or are on track to graduate within six years, compared to 56% nationally.
of our scholarship recipients graduate with little to no debt. compared to 32% nationally.
“I am the daughter of Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Kerrigan Glaspie USN (Ret.). My father served in the United States Navy for over 20 years. When I was little I couldn’t understand why we had to move so much. Now I realize being a military child introduced me to a variety of cultures and helped me develop skills like adaptability, empathy, and communication. I am forever grateful for my scholarship from the MCSF that has significantly eased the financial burden of attending Texas State University. My major is International Studies with a concentration in International Relations. I am heavily involved as a Student Ambassador, member of the International Studies Club, Black Student Alliance, and Arab Culture Club. I volunteer at the local Habitat for Humanity, Food Bank, and Bible School. My military family has inspired me to serve our nation and my goal is to work in the State Department as a U.S. Ambassador.”
More than 14 years ago, Dakota Meyer, a U.S. Marine serving in the War in Afghanistan, risked his life to bravely save the lives of U.S. and Afghan forces in the Battle of Ganjgal. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, the first living Marine in more than forty years to receive the award. Since leaving active duty, Dakota has embraced opportunities for continued service. Through his partnership with the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the “If You Can, You Must” Scholarship will provide educational scholarships to the children of Marines and inspire the future leaders of America.