Our Mission

To allow talented but economically disadvantaged students to attend college preparatory high schools and ready themselves for the rigors of college. Learn More >

Our History

Ten business associates began DMSF in 1989 to honor the legacy of Daniel Murphy, a man of modest means who understood that education was the key to his children’s success. Learn More >

Our Programs

DMSF involves far more than simply financial aid to high school students.  Core programs include tutoring, mentoring, and college counseling.   Learn More >

 

Latest News

We moved! Our office is now located at 100 W. Monroe, Suite 500, Chicago, IL, 60603. Phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same. Attention Class of 2015! Applications are available at DMSF’s office (100 West Monroe, Suite 500, Chicago, IL) starting Tuesday, September 7, 2010. The application deadline is Friday, October 29, 2010.  We encourage students interested in boarding schools to submit their applications by Friday, October 15.  Applications must be mailed or hand delivered to the office. Call Ms. Finerghty at 312.455.7716 with additional questions. Attention Volunteers! Help wanted: DMSF is seeking volunteers to review applications and conduct interviews. Please contact Cindy@dmsf.org for details. 2010 High School Fair Monday October 18 5:00 -7:30pm St. Ignatius College Prep 1076 W Roosevelt Road | Chicago | IL Check out the 2009 Annual Report DMSF is proud to announce 100% of the graduating Class of 2010 has now been accepted into college! Congratulations to all of our Seniors and their families.

Welcome to DMSF

For 20 years the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund (DMSF) has provided four-year high school scholarships and educational support to economically disadvantaged Chicago 8th grade students who demonstrate outstanding academic potential, leadership skills and strong character. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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With support from DMSF, these deserving young people gain access to educational resources and personal development experiences that would otherwise be out of reach. The result is bright young people who are better prepared for success in college and in life.
Since our inception in 1989, DMSF has awarded more than 1,600 scholarships to help economically disadvantaged Chicago students prepare for college at 40 of the area’s finest day schools and 30 prominent boarding schools. Learn more >