MG2010 West: Pat Tillman Foundation

Our Mission
Inspired by the distinguished life and legacy of Pat Tillman - professional athlete, military hero and a man of strong character and kindness - the Pat Tillman Foundation seeks to create a community of scholars dedicated to improving their own lives, the lives of their families and their country by creating a spirit of service.

Tillman Military Scholars Program
In line with our ongoing commitment to inspire leadership, the Pat Tillman Foundation is dedicated to supporting educational opportunities for servicemembers and their families. Veteran and active servicemembers and their dependents exemplify the very nature of leadership that the Foundation seeks to inspire in young people across the country. With this fund, we ensure these leaders receive every opportunity to pursue broader educational goals.

The Pat Tillman Foundation understands the demands of pursuing an education after a career in the military and the barriers that come with the decision to do so. Nearly two million servicemembers and their dependents are eligible for educational benefits under the new Post-9/11 GI Bill. Even with this, however, military servicemembers and their families face barriers to pursuing their educational goals. Thus, the Tillman Military Scholarships will cover not only direct study-related expenses such as tuition, fees, and books, but also other needs, such as room and board and child care. In providing this support, the Foundation aims to remove any and all barriers to furthering one's education.

With the support of individuals, corporations and organizations throughout the country, the Pat Tillman Foundation strives to increase the amount of funds awarded nationally each year to $3.6 million, representing the NFL contract Pat walked away from when he enlisted in the U.S. Army.