SUPPORT OUR MISSION

Our 2023 Scholarship Applications are in! We had a record of over 40 candidates apply and hope to support as many of them as possible, with your help!

Last month, 2019 GDMF SCHOLAR SHANE KRONSTEDT received his MD with AOA Honors from the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and is now a resident in urologic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.

Shane was a Navy SEAL and combat medic with ten years of active duty service. His time overseas treating patients inspired him to become a surgeon. He deployed to Afghanistan, Europe, the Horn of Africa, and South America. Some of his awards include the Navy Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Joint Services Achievement Medal, and the Navy Achievement Medal (twice!).

Our Scholarship Fund supports Special Operators like Shane in transition from military to civilian careers by providing funds for education or professional training. Your donations really do make a difference!

Former Navy SEAL and 2022 SCHOLAR RICK MILLER sent an update after his first year in an MBA program at UCLA Anderson:

"As we approach the summer session, I am thrilled to share that I will be working towards my certificate in Global Management and Entrepreneurship. This is yet another opportunity that has been made possible by the GDMF's generous financial assistance. These certificates not only augment my educational portfolio but also put me in the right circumstances to lead and succeed on the global scale.

As I continue my journey at UCLA, I carry with me the spirit of the GDMF – that of resilience, courage, and leadership. I am enthusiastic about the future and the opportunities it holds, knowing that the foundation's support is empowering me to chase my dream."

Here are a few words from 2022 SCHOLAR COLTON PARSONS, another former Navy SEAL, who has completed his first year at DeSales University in a Physician's Assistant program:

"My professors have been impressed with my experiences participating in healthcare around the world and in combat zones, so much so that they have asked me to share my experiences with the class to broaden their horizons.

The GDMF scholarship has allowed me to focus on my schooling and relieve the stress of finding additional funding. Being a GDMF scholar also motivates me to represent the GDMF community and the SEAL community with dignity. Every day I strive to perform my best and create a positive impact in my community."

Congratulations to all GDMF SCHOLARS who graduated this year! We are so proud of your accomplishments and wish you all the best in your new careers.

Josh C - MBA from Columbia

Jake E - Bachelor's from UCLA

Michael G - Master's from Yale

Damon G - Master's from Johns Hopkins

Kathryn G - Bachelor's from USC

Duncan H - MBA from HBS

Eric H - MBA from UCLA

Matt H - MBA & ME from Harvard

Connor H - MBA from Tuck

Shane K - MD from Rutgers

Charley M - MBA from Tuck

Michael M - MBA from Sloan

Ryan P - Master's from Johns Hopkins

Michael P - MBA from Tuck

Ethan W - BS from Louisville

Can you help us reach our goal of raising $11,000 in 11 days in support of this year's group of talented Special Operations candidates?

RUN, WALK OR RUCK

Registration for our ANNUAL GLEN DOHERTY MEMORIAL 5K/10K ROAD RACE is open. Register online by July 10th to get early bird pricing. Be one of the first 500 to register to get a free race t-shirt!

If you or your company would like to be one of this year's Corporate Sponsors, you can review the different Sponsorship Levels here. Any questions? Contact us.