Charlie Sifford was the first Black golfer to compete on the PGA Tour. He earned his first PGA victory in 1967 at the Greater Hartford Open, held at Wethersfield Country Club in Connecticut. To honor his legacy, a scholarship has been established to assist students with college expenses. This scholarship is available to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) or those pursuing a degree in a golf management program. Any student who is currently enrolled or planning to attend college is eligible to apply.
The Dr. Charles L. Sifford Scholarship is awarded annually to help cover tuition costs for students attending HBCUs. The Sifford HBCU Scholarship provides financial assistance to graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students with financial need who are enrolled at an HBCU. Additionally, the Sifford Golf Management Scholarship is available to students pursuing an accredited PGA of America golf management program. Five or more scholarships will be awarded each year, with selected recipients receiving a one-year, $5,000 scholarship.
The application process for the 2025 scholarship cycle begins on February 15, 2025. Applications close on May 5, 2025, with the review process taking place from May 5 to June 1, 2025. Scholarship recipients will be announced in early June 2025.
The Travelers Championship, in partnership with Skins and Pins Golf Club, are the founding sponsors of the Sifford Scholarship Fund. The Cobbs Creek Foundation serves as the fiscal sponsor of the fund. Cobbs Creek Golf Course in Philadelphia was Dr. Sifford’s home course.
For more information and to apply, visit https://siffordscholars.com.
