
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Central Florida Marine Corps Foundation proudly offers scholarships to honor the service of Marines, their families, USMC JROTC Cadets, and US Navy Corpsmen. Our scholarships are a commitment to support the educational aspirations of those who serve our nation. By easing financial burdens, we aim to pave the way for your academic and professional growth, honoring the legacy of dedication and excellence in the Marine Corps community.


2025 CFMCF
Honor Courage Commitment Scholarships
📢 2025 CFMCF Honor Courage Commitment Scholarships – Applications Closed for This Year 🎓
We would like to inform you that the application period for the 2025 CFMCF Honor Courage Commitment Scholarships is now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied! 🌟
📅 Important Dates:
The winners of the 2025 scholarships will be announced in May 2025. Stay tuned!
🎖️ Scholarship Categories:
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Marine Scholarship: For active duty or reserve US Marines or Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen who have served at least 6 months and received an Honorable or Medical Discharge.
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Family Member Scholarship: For the son, daughter, grandchild, or spouse of an active duty or reserve US Marine, or a US Marine who has received an Honorable or Medical Discharge, or a US Marine who died while serving in the US Marine Corps.
🏆 Scholarship Amounts:
Five scholarships will be awarded in the following amounts:
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$2,500
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$2,250
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$2,000
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$1,750
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$1,500
Thank you once again to all applicants. We look forward to announcing the recipients soon!
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Overview
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Application Period: December 1, 2024, to February 7, 2025
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Eligibility: Active or former Marines, their family members, USMC JROTC Cadets, and US Marine FMF Corpsmen
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Award Criteria: Based on the Selection Committee's evaluation
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Notification: All applicants will be informed in writing post-selection
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How to Apply
Choose Your Application:
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Scholarship Application Instructions
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Complete and mail your application to:
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Central Florida Marine Corps Foundation, ATTN: Scholarship Committee, PO Box 621918 Oviedo FL 32762
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Deadline: Postmarked by February 7, 2025

2024 Scholarship Recipients
Eligibility Requirements
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Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
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a. An active duty or reserve US Marine.
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b. A US Marine who served at least 6 months and has received an Honorable or Medical Discharge.
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Provide a copy of your DD214 with your application.
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Applicant must provide proof that he/she currently resides in one of the following seven Central Florida Counties: Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, or Volusia.
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Applicant must be in the process of applying to or attending as a student at an accredited junior college, four-year college, university, or an accredited technical or vocational school/course. (NOTE: Proof of accreditation can be a link to the school’s website that shows state or federal accreditation.)
1. Applicants must meet one of the following four criteria:a. The son/daughter/grandchild/spouse of an active duty or reserve US Marine or of a US Marine who received an Honorable or Medical Discharge or who died while serving in the US Marine Corps.
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Provide the Unit Name and Address for a Marine presently on active duty.
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Provide a copy of the former Marine's DD214 or discharge paper(s).b. A student enrolled in a Marine Corps Junior ROTC program.c. An active duty or reserve US Marine FMF Corpsman who serves, or has served at least 6 months, with the US Marine Corps.
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Provide with your application the name of the Marine Unit and your dates of service with that Unit.d. US Marine FMF Corpsman who has served at least 6 months with the US Marine Corps and has received an Honorable or Medical Discharge.
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Provide with your application a copy of your DD214 and the name of the Marine Unit and your dates of service with that Unit.
2. Applicant must provide proof that he/she currently resides in one of the following seven Central Florida Counties: Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, or Volusia.
3. Applicant must be in the process of applying to or attending as an undergraduate student at an accredited junior college, four-year college, or university.
*It is a "best qualified" criteria and not all applicants who applied will receive a scholarship. The number and amount of scholarships awarded is based on the committee’s evaluation of the applications received. The committee will notify all scholarship applicants in writing once the selection process is completed. Note: Proof of acceptance and/or enrollment will be required prior to actual award of scholarship funds.
Congratulations 2024 Scholarship Recipients


Yamil Casarreal $2500
Emanuel Pelaez $2250

James Captain $2000

Nicole Villalba $1750

John Hinkell $1500
Thank you to our 2024 recipients for exemplifying honor, courage and commitment. Semper Fi!
Monthly Social
Join us the third Friday of the month(excluding November) for an exciting Happy Hour Networking Event! Connect with fellow members, Marine Corps supporters, and professionals from various industries. More information on our Facebook & LinkedIn.
Date: Third Friday of the Month
Time: 1630 - 1830
Location: Bar Louie, 4100 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826