We are proud to offer scholarships that honor the legacy of the 10th Mountain Division by supporting students, service members, and descendants in their academic and professional pursuits. More details and deadlines to be announced.

Patt Finn-Thornton Scholarship – Due Thursday May 1, 2025

Two $3,000 scholarships offered annually to high school seniors who are members of the 10th Mountain Division Descendants Organization (anybody can become a member) and who will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning. The recipients will have demonstrated meritorious service, exemplifying the ideals and values of the 10th Mountain Division. Applicants should submit a five-page research paper and must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Learn More

Foundation Forever Scholarship – Due May 1st

Direct lineal descendants of a WWII 10th Mountain Division Veteran are eligible to apply for the 10th Mountain Division Foundation Forever Scholarship. You must be applying to or attending:

Junior college, college, an accredited technical school or graduate school

The 10th Mountain Division Foundation Forever Scholarship is based upon financial need:

For the Junior College or Technical School recipient, this is a one-time award of

$2,000. Should you change academic plans and be accepted to a four-year degree program, we encourage you to petition the Scholarship Committee for consideration of the $3,000 difference for the four-year degree program applicant.

For the rising four-year program junior, senior, or graduate student applicant the one-time scholarship award is $5,000.

W. W. Boddington Scholarship

The W.W. Boddington Scholarship is merit-based and available to a WWII 10th Mountain Division Descendant who has previously been awarded the Foundation Forever or Descendants Pat Finn-Thornton Scholarships. This one-time scholarship award is $1,250.

Charles A. and Loyola M. Murphy Endowed Scholarship for the Study of Military History – Rolling Deadline

If you are pursuing doctoral or post-graduate studies with a direct relationship to the influence of the WWII or modern 10th Mountain Division, you will follow the instructions for the Charles A. and Loyola M. Murphy Endowed Scholarship for the Study of Military History. WWII descendancy is not required. This one time scholarship award is $5,000. Learn More and Apply

Wednesday April 15, 2025 – National Association of the 10th Mountain Division Scholarship Program

The scholarships are awarded annually through the Northern New York Community Foundation and range from $5,000 to $1,000 based on merit. They are available for full-time undergraduate and /or technical school students. Graduate study is not funded.

To qualify, an applicant must be a current or former member of one of the following:

• 10th Mountain Division (1948 to present).

• Army National Guard Mountain Warfare School.

• Vermont National Guard 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Mountain) or 86th IBCT (Mountain).

• Spouse/ child of any member of the above organizations.

• The applicant or his/her sponsor must be a member of the 10th Mountain Division Association.

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Thursday May 1, 2025 10th Mountain Division Foundation Scholarship Program Deadline

The Foundation directly provides undergraduate and graduate level scholarships to 10th Mountain soldiers and their families as a complement to those offered by the National Association and Descendants.

10th Foundation Community College & Undergraduate Scholarships. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships for financially needy 10th Mountain Division veterans and their direct and legally adopted descendants, subject to the availability of funds.

The Foundation has provided hundreds of annual scholarships since starting the program in the 1970’s.Currently the Foundation offers direct scholarship grants to help defray the costs of the following types of study programs:

• Community College/Professional Programs ($500 per semester up to $2,000)

• Undergraduate college/university for rising juniors & seniors ($5,000 per year)

• Graduate programs for study of 10th Mountain related military history ($5,000 per recipient)

  Other

  Preserve Your Family’s Legacy!

  Do you have letters, photos, maps, diaries, or other materials that capture your family’s connection to the 10th Mountain Division? Our partnership with the 10th Mountain Resource Center and the Denver Public Library ensures that your original documents and memorabilia are safely archived and accessible for future generations. Submit your collection today and to safeguard your family’s history and the enduring legacy of the 10th Mountain Division! Learn More

  10th Mountain Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) Named after the U.S. Army’s 10th Mountain Division, our chapter strengthens communities through education and historical preservation. Membership offers learning, leadership, and a nationwide network—shaped by your interests. Get involved and make an impact!