As part of the 2024 Drum Corps International Tour, more than $85,000 in scholarship awards will be presented to World and Open Class performers.
The following scholarships had spring submission deadlines to support selected individuals with their current-season tour fees.
View all 2024 scholarships still open for applications
FRIENDS OF DCI
The Friends of DCI program has been in existence for more than 30 years, and since 2007, generous contributions from its members have allowed for the Friends of DCI Scholarship Program. These scholarships are applied to current-season tour fees.
• Gabriel Jarata, Blue Devils B
• Caroline Niederhausen, Blue Knights
• Allen Davenport, Blue Stars
• Charlie Winston, Bluecoats
• Andrew Himelstein, Bluecoats
• Sydney Fielding, Bluecoats
• William Beckett, Colts
• Ray Stanion, Columbians
• Devyn Lewis, Pacific Crest
• Adrian Totanes, Pacific Crest
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PETH SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded as part of the Friends of DCI scholarship program, the Peth Scholarship, courtesy of Friends of DCI members Mary and Steve Peth, is given to a corps member pursuing any accredited higher education degree.
• Alexis Brunney, Blue Knights
• Ethan Ward, Blue Stars
RICHARDSON’S SCHOLARSHIP
Created by charter members of the Friends of DCI, Ken and Patty Richardson, the Richardson’s Scholarship is awarded each year to two corps members who wish to apply their skills toward a degree in music education.
• Tyler Dahl, Blue Devils
• Skylar Peffers, Madison Scouts
GAIL SCHULTZ INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP
In memory of longtime Blue Devils supporter Gail Schultz, BD Performing arts and the Schultz family have established the Gail Schultz International Fellowship which helps non-U.S. citizens offset participation costs and achieve their dreams of joining a U.S.-based junior drum and bugle corps of their choice.
• Alex Tucker, Blue Devils
• Erin Edkins, Phantom Regiment
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DOUBLE BEAT SCHOLARSHIP
Geared toward percussionists, the Double Beat Scholarship aims to help ease the financial commitment of marching in a drum corps.
• Aaron Battle, Colts
FRED J. MILLER MEMORIAL MUSIC EDUCATION FUND SCHOLARSHIP
In memory of the late Fred J. Miller, founder of FJM Inc. and longtime supporter of the marching arts, the Fred J. Miller Memorial Music Education Fund Scholarship supports marching arts participants in their pursuit of a degree in music education.
• Hayden Veith, The Cavaliers
BONES FAMILY CYMBAL SCHOLARSHIP
Created in 2013 by Brent and Michelle Bones, the Bones Family Cymbal Scholarship is geared toward cymbal players to give selected recipients the opportunity to march in a drum corps who may not have otherwise had the chance.
• Hannah Fenton, The Academy
• Christian Behier, Santa Clara Vanguard
DON WARREN COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
As an assistant scoutmaster, the late Don Warren began The Cavaliers as a community service project to help the boys of Logan Square Chicago. To honor the roots of this organization and his legacy into the future, The Don Warren Community Service Scholarship, administered by the Cavalier Alumni Association, recognizes DCI corps members who have exhibited remarkable community service beyond their drum corps involvement.
• Aileen Jansen, Troopers
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RODNEY GOODHART MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As a drum corps judge for more than three decades, the late Rodney Goodhart contributed greatly toward representing percussion during the early beginnings of DCI. In his memory, the Rodney Goodhart Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to a DCI performer.
• Alex Perez, Mandarins
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MICHELLE OWENS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As a color guard member of the Crossmen and an instructor with numerous drum corps, the late Michelle Owens brought a light and warmth to all she interacted with with her infectious smile, sweet disposition and high-spirited personality. This scholarship is awarded annually to a color guard member.
• Samantha Cavallaro, Carolina Crown
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GEORGE AND PATSY BONFIGLIO SCHOLARSHIP
The Bonfiglio Foundation was established to provide scholarships to deserving individuals who are pursuing careers in education or the performing arts.
• Naji Abubukker, Troopers
AL MOFFATT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As a marching representative for the Zildjian Cymbal Company, the late Al Moffatt loved marching music for instilling core values in students. This scholarship aims to help students fulfill their dreams of marching in a drum corps.
• Jacob Jimenez, Troopers
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GARY CZAPINSKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As a longtime visual judge and former drum corps instructor, the late DCI Hall of Fame member Gary Czapinski contributed greatly to innovation and design since the earliest years of DCI history.
• Jared Taylor, Phantom Regiment
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MICHAEL BOO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
There is perhaps no one who has amassed a bigger portfolio of writings about the breadth of the modern-day competitive marching arts than the late Michael Boo. Continuing his legacy, the Michael Boo Memorial Scholarship recognizes a student who intends to remain committed to our activity by pursuing a career in journalism or writing.
• Peyton Black, Bluecoats
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IN STEP SCHOLARSHIP
The IN STEP program supports the participation of women in all facets of DCI and marching music performing arts — from corps members to staff to leadership. The IN STEP scholarship is awarded to a current DCI participating female performer, intern or corps staff member who aspires to continue working within the drum corps activity into the future.
• Danielle Monahan, Boston Crusaders
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MARCHING ARTS SAFETY & HEALTH PROJECT SCHOLARSHIP
Since its inception in 2007, the DCI-sponsored Marching Arts Safety and Health Project has succeeded in bringing together health care professionals from varied disciplines to provide medical guidance and hands-on assistance to corps members during the DCI Summer Tour. This scholarship recognizes a current DCI participating performer who aspires to work as a health, wellness or safety practitioner.
• Abagail Alberga, Spartans
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IOWA MUSIC & ARTS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Iowa Music & Arts Association (IMAA) is a nonprofit founded by alumni, friends and supporters of the former Emerald Knights/Nite Express Drum and Bugle Corps of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With preference given to applicants who are attending or have attended a secondary school or college in Iowa, this scholarship was established to help young people experience the life-changing experience of drum corps.
• Gregory Gomez, Colts
• Hursel Hanks, Mandarins
• Carlisle Tubbs, Phantom Regiment
• Eliza Van Zee, Colts
• Brianna Chapman, Colt Cadets
• Regan Sher, Colt Cadets
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MAASIN March with Pride Scholarship
Marching Arts Access, Safety, & Inclusion Network (MAASIN) is a community-led effort to increase equity and safety in the marching arts. The March With Pride Scholarship annually fundraises to assist LGBTQIA+ performers with their tuition fees and other expenses associated with performing.
• Max Lyons, Bluecoats
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George Zingali Scholarship
Named in honor of the late DCI Hall of Fame member, the George Zingali Scholarship is presented annually to DCI corps members with financial need.
• Jesse Walker, Boston Crusaders
• Alejandro Gonzalez, Boston Crusaders
John Martin Hope Memorial Scholarship
As snare drum captain in the 1968 Garfield Cadets, the late John Martin Hope became devoted to the East Coast corps and remained so for the rest of his life. As his legacy he wanted to make drumming and marching in a DCI corps financially easier for those who followed in his age-worn shoes.
• Ian Ray, Blue Knights
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Karen A. Raffa Memorial Scholarship
As a performer, Karen Raffa marched with St. Patrick’s of Stoneham, Massachusetts and later as an instructor with several Boston area corps. Her greatest role was running a drum corps event along with her husband Frank, "The Beanpot," in the Boston area for more than 35 years.
• Lily Loughnane, Spirit of Atlanta