We recognize the most high-achieving NPS students and faculty members by funding quarterly awards that honor and celebrate their achievements. Recipients of these awards demonstrate excellence in classroom learning or instruction and impressive thesis research. Recipients often go above and beyond in contributing to student education beyond the classroom or in distinguishing themselves in a specific department. These awards are just one way the NPS Foundation encourages an environment of unparalleled scholarly excellence for our next generation of military leaders.

“Most of us thank people in the military for their service, but if we can recognize them more, like through these awards, it makes it that much more special."
- David Liskin, NPS Foundation trustee emeritus and award sponsor

To help students and their families take advantage of this break from operational duty and all that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer, we create a community around shared interests through funding a wide variety of recreational, student-run clubs, including Chess, Cyber, Cycling, Flying, Golf, International, Makers, Outdoors, Running, Sailing, Skydiving, Soccer, Vehicle and Wine. Clubs are open to students and their families, faculty, and community supporters.

During fiscal year 2022, the NPS Foundation provided more than $60,000 of support to NPS’ 14 recreational clubs. The Foundation is also supporting the creation of a Gaming Club and is always looking to create community over shared interests.

‍Learn more about our 14 clubs.
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The NPS Foundation hosts regional alumni events all over the country. The Foundation also hosts quarterly social events to help NPS students and their families connect with each other and build community during their time in Monterey. The NPS community can also participate in annual events like the Grand Winter Ball and the America’s Heroes Golf Tournament.