Advanced Dive Training Grants (for Certified Divers): Recreational Diving
The Women Divers Hall of Fame offers grants to help certified women divers pursue advanced recreational dive training and essential equipment.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (typically $500 for training, $500 for gear; up to full $1,000 for training if requested); 2 grants awarded annually
Summary: Supports certified women divers seeking advanced recreational dive training and essential equipment.
Key Information: Applications open October 1, 2026 and close November 30, 2026 at 5:00 pm New York time.
Description
The Advanced Dive Training Grants (for Certified Divers): Recreational Diving, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), provide financial support to certified women divers aiming to pursue advanced training beyond the open water diver level for personal or recreational purposes. The grant encourages skill development, safety, and confidence in a variety of underwater environments and helps recipients acquire essential dive gear. The initiative is sponsored by Bonnie Toth Advertising and Design, Ocean Wishes, and donations to WDHOF, with the goal of empowering women and increasing their representation in the recreational diving community.
