Empowering Communities Through Financial Education

A Foundation Built on Core Values

At the heart of the Studemont Foundation lies a simple yet profound set of principles that mirror those of our parent organization, the Studemont Group. We operate on four foundational pillars: do the right thing, be transparent, tell the truth, and love people. These values, established by Studemont Group founder John McDonough, guide every charitable initiative we undertake.

We believe that true wealth is not merely about financial preservation—the core expertise of the Studemont Group—but about the positive, lasting impact we can make in our communities.

Studemont Group Scholarship

Established by the Studemont Group—a Houston-based wealth preservation and financial advisory firm founded by John McDonough—this program invests in the academic futures of deserving students. Believing that education is a powerful catalyst for change, the scholarship provides financial assistance to help ambitious students overcome barriers and achieve their academic dreams.

• Supporting Ambitious Students Providing direct assistance to students enrolled at US-accredited institutions.
• Educational Opportunities Open to all undergraduate and graduate majors, recognizing that every field of study matters.
• Merit-Based Assistance Honoring academic commitment with a cumulative GPA requirement of 3.0 or higher.
• Empowering Future Leaders Cultivating young leaders who align with our values of transparency, integrity, and care for others.
• Creating Long-Term Impact Investing in students today to build strong educational foundations for the leaders of tomorrow.