Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor from Women Divers Hall of Fame support women and non-binary individuals advancing to instructor-level scuba certification.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026: Full application deadline | November 30, 2026: Letters of recommendation deadline
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (typically split as $500 for training, $500 for gear; all may be used for training if requested); 2 grants awarded annually
Summary: Supports women and non-binary individuals in advancing their diving skills to the instructor level, empowering future leaders in the diving community.
Key Information: All materials (including recommendations) due by deadline—no exceptions.
Description
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), are designed to empower women and non-binary individuals to achieve dive instructor certification. These grants provide financial support for advanced dive training, aiming to foster leadership and expertise within the diving community. Recipients are expected to use the funding to complete training that culminates in an instructor-level certification from an internationally recognized diving agency, contributing to the growth, professionalism, and safety of the field.
