The Bellamy BursariesIn 2005 the EWGA Trust received a legacy of £39,000 from the estate of Mrs Lena Marie Lauga Bellamy, whose father, Arnaud Massey, was the first overseas player to win The Open championship.
Mrs Bellamy was a keen golfer and, although she did not leave a valid Will, the Court of Protection agreed that her estate should be divided between various charities reflecting her interests.
Her legacy to the EWGA Trust will fund two Bellamy Bursary awards, each of up to £1500 per academic year. They will be made to English female golfers, irrespective of age or ethnicity, studying a golf-related subject at a college of higher or further education. Courses could include golf course management, turf management, green-keeping, horticulture or sports management, among other subjects.
Applicatio Deadline: 1 September
The Conditions of the award are as follows:The bursaries are provided for students with formal offer places on courses in related subjects.
Alternatively applicants must be actively participating in a course and must be able to provide support for their application from their Course Tutor.
The award year will be from 1 October to 30 September and applications must be made by the 1 September and returned to: The EWGA Trust, England Golf, The National Golf Centre, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire LN10 6PU. An application form can found at the top of this page for download.
Applications for a Bursary are open to all English female golfers who fulfill the above criteria, irrespective of age or ethnicity.
In general, a Bursary may be used for educational purposes, including tuition fees, books, room and board.
Annually each bursar must show that her enthusiasm and commitment to her golf have been satisfactory before the next year's funds are released.
Please visit the EWGA Trust website for more information -
www.ewgatrust.org
