Scholarships

In 1993, The Major League Baseball Clubhouse Managers Association was established. A scholarship fund program ensued shortly thereafter to promote higher education. Over time, the fund has evolved promoting higher education for members of their support staff and is available to all Major League clubhouse attendants, bat boys, ball boys, and ball girls. Over $750,000 in scholarships have been provided since its inception. In 2023, the association teamed up with Tootsie Roll CEO, Ellen Gordon to create the Melvin and Ellen Gordon Family Scholarship which will provide an additional $25,000 annually.

Before the All-Star game in Atlanta on July 15^th, two $10,000 scholarships were awarded along with the Gordon Family Scholarship. Throughout the year many lesser grants are awarded based on need and circumstance.

The 2025 recipients are:

Gordon Family Scholarship

$25,000 Donation to Kershaw’s Challenge and $25,000 to ALL RISE Foundation

$10,000  Nick Robinson Cincinatti Reds

$10,000  Braden J Coles Tampa Bay Rays

Apply for MLBCMA Scholarship (Deadline June 15th, 2026)

If you are interested in applying for a MLBCMA scholarship, please fill out the form below or Click Here to Download the Application.

ELIGIBILITY 

Winners will be selected on the basis of school grades, accomplishments, leadership, and financial need. The MLBCMA Scholarship Fund Review Committee will evaluate all applications in June and announce recipients at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. 

THE SELECTION PROCESS 

The Scholarship Fund Review Committee will evaluate all applications submitted. Two $10,000 scholarships are awarded annually, one for each league. In addition, the Committee will also announce a $25,000 award from Melvin and Ellen Gordon Family Scholarship. Factors considered are financial need, academics, community activities, and character. The Scholarship Fund Review Committee may interview applicants or request additional information or clarification of information submitted with the application. 

• High School graduate with a minimum of 3.5 G.P.A. 
• Completed application form below. 
• Copy of transcripts and G.P.A. 
• Name and mailing address of the educational institution you will attend. 
• Letter about yourself and your experience as a bat boy, ball boy, ball girl, or clubhouse attendant. 
• Letter of recommendation from your sponsoring Clubhouse Manager. 
• Three references – please include name, address, email address, and telephone number. Should NOT include your Clubhouse Manager.
• List of professional, trade, business, athletic, volunteer, or civic activities you would like the Scholarship Fund Review Committee to consider. May exclude memberships which would reveal sex, race, religion, origin, age, ancestry, handicap, or other protected status.