In memory of Val Mason, the first president of CMAC, the Association is offering a scholarship of $2,000 to an applicant who is presently enrolled in a post-secondary institution and intends to pursue a career in the club management profession.
The Nominator must be a CMAC member.
The submission deadline for the Val Mason Scholarship is Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm ET.
Please note all nominations must be submitted in this TEMPLATE
(note: a PowerPoint template will download)
Details and instructions are in the notes sections.
THE NOMINATION SUMMARY MUST DESCRIBE HOW THE NOMINEE:
- Is employed, or has been recently employed, at a CMAC-affiliated club
- Has shown a keen interest in pursuing a career in the club management profession
- Is currently enrolled in a recognized university or college
THE APPLICATION PACKAGE MUST ALSO INCLUDE:
- A 500-word essay written by the Nominee explaining their interest in the club management profession
- An explanation by the Nominee describing how their education is presently funded. If they are the recipient of other scholarships or bursaries, the value of each award is indicated
- A copy of an official transcript from their college/university
Following the application, the nominee will be contacted to arrange an interview with the Awards Committee Chair.
| Year |
Recipient |
| 2025 |
P. Vashi |
| 2023 |
C. de Mello |
| 2022 |
M. Piché |
| 2018 |
M. Paley |
| 2017 |
M. Hague |
| 2016 |
J. Gaudreau-Beaupré and
S. Snelling |
| 2013 |
R. Aye |
| 2012 |
M. Momney |
| 2011 |
S. McCracken and C. Byrne |
| 2010 |
A. Mazzone |
| 2009 |
R. Leenderste, S. Cram, and
M. Keller |
| 2008 |
L. MacGregor and R. Gibbs |
| 2007 |
C. Dracz |
| 2006 |
D. Sept and E. Rama |
| 2005 |
W. Truax and A. Dobson |
| 2004 |
R. Carberry, and T. Sand |
| 2003 |
G. Burniebr |
| 2002 |
J. Burwell |
| 2001 |
J. Bartucci and C. Wallace |
