Willmoore H. Kendall Scholarship
The Willmoore H. Kendall Scholarship funds tuition and exam fees for club managers pursuing the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation through required BMI courses.
Funder: The Club Foundation
Due Dates: August 10, 2026 (application due) | October 1, 2026 (materials due to Chapter) | November 1, 2026 (final submission to Foundation)
Funding Amounts: Covers tuition and exam fees for specified BMI courses and CCM exam; award scope varies by applicant need and fund availability.
Summary: Supports assistant and aspiring club managers with tuition and exam fees as they pursue the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation.
Description
The Willmoore H. Kendall Scholarship, administered by The Club Foundation, is one of the largest education-focused awards for club managers pursuing the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation. Established in memory of CMAA Past President Bill Kendall, the scholarship provides tuition and exam fee support for assistant managers and aspiring managers who are actively working toward CCM certification. The award covers tuition for specified Business Management Institute (BMI) courses and the CCM exam fee, helping recipients advance their professional development in club management. Scholarships are awarded annually, based on the merit of the application and the availability of funds.
