Scottie Scheffler Donates $1,008,000 Masters Prize to Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation

April 14, 2025 ā Augusta, Georgia
In a heartwarming act of generosity, world number one golfer Scottie Scheffler has donated his entireĀ $1,008,000Ā prize money from The Masters 2025 to the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation, a charity dedicated to supporting children battling cancer. The announcement, made shortly after his fourth-place finish at Augusta National, underscores Schefflerās commitment to using his platform for good, earning widespread praise from fans and the golfing community alike.

Scheffler, who carded an impressive -8 to finish just three strokes shy of winner Rory McIlroy, revealed his decision to donate during a post-tournament press conference. āGolf gives me a lot, but itās bigger than me,ā the two-time Masters champion said, as reported by Golfweek. āThe Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation is close to my heart, and I want to help kids fighting this tough battle.ā The donation represents the full amount of his 2025 Masters earnings, a powerful gesture from the 28-year-old Texan known for his grounded values.
The Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation, founded in 2008 by James Ragan III in memory of his own leukemia battle, focuses on funding pediatric cancer research and supporting young patients and their families. The organization has raised overĀ $3 millionĀ to date, with initiatives like providing medical grants and hosting camps for kids in treatment. SchefflerāsĀ $1,008,000Ā contributionāa third of the foundationās historical totalāwill significantly boost its efforts, potentially fundingĀ dozens of treatmentsĀ or advancing research into cancers like leukemia, which affectsĀ 30%Ā of pediatric cases.

āThis donation is a game-changer,ā said Triumphās executive director, Sarah Ragan, in a statement. āScottieās gift will help us reach more kids, cover critical costs, and push for better treatments. Weāre beyond grateful for his heart and leadership.ā The funds could cover expenses like chemotherapy (averagingĀ $150,000ā$200,000Ā per patient in the U.S.) or support innovative therapies, such as immunotherapy, which can extend survival rates for diseases like neuroblastoma.

Schefflerās connection to the cause is personal. A high school friendās leukemia diagnosis inspired his early involvement with Triumph, and heās quietly supported the foundation for years, often visiting patients or hosting charity events in Dallas. āIāve seen what these kids go through,ā Scheffler shared, per ESPN. āTheyāre tougher than any golfer out here. If my prize money can make a difference, itās worth more than any trophy.ā

The golf world has rallied behind Schefflerās generosity. Fellow pro Rory McIlroy, the 2025 Masters champion, commented, āScottieās the real dealāon and off the course. This is what our sportās about.ā Fans on X echoed the sentiment, with one post reading, āSchefflerās donation is bigger than any Green Jacket. Absolute class act,ā while another noted, ā$1M for kids with cancer? Scottieās setting the bar high.ā The move has also sparked calls for other athletes to follow suit, amplifying its ripple effect.

This isnāt Schefflerās first foray into philanthropy. The 2024 Olympic gold medalist and 13-time PGA Tour winner has supported Dallas-area charities through his foundation, focusing on youth and health initiatives. His faith-driven approachāhe often credits his Christian beliefs for his perspectiveāhas shaped his giving, as seen in past donations to groups like St. Jude Childrenās Research Hospital. Yet, donating his full Masters prize, earned in a tournament where heās already won twice (2022, 2024), marks a new milestone in his charitable legacy.
The donation comes at a time when pediatric cancer remains a pressing issue. Globally,Ā 400,000 childrenĀ are diagnosed annually, withĀ 80%Ā in low-income countries facing limited care. In the U.S., treatment costs can exceedĀ $500,000Ā per child, and research receives justĀ 4%Ā of federal cancer funding. Schefflerās gift could directly impact families struggling with medical bills or fund trials for targeted drugs, which have boosted survival rates for some cancers byĀ 10ā15%Ā in recent years.
As Scheffler prepares for the PGA Championship, his focus remains humble. āIām just trying to do my part,ā he told reporters. āGolfās temporary, but helping these kids lasts forever.ā For the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation and the children it serves, Schefflerās $1,008,000 donation is more than a financial boostāitās a beacon of hope, proving that even in the high-stakes world of professional sports, compassion can take center stage.