Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor from the Women Divers Hall of Fame supports advanced dive instructor certification for women and non-binary individuals.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026: Full application deadline (applications close; all application materials and letters of recommendation must be submitted by 5:00 pm New York time)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (typical: $500 for training, $500 for dive gear; entire amount may be used for training)
Summary: Supports women and non-binary individuals in achieving dive instructor certification through advanced dive training.
Key Information: All application materials and recommendation letters must be submitted by the deadline—no exceptions.
Description
This opportunity provides funding to support women and non-binary individuals who wish to advance their diving expertise to the level of certified dive instructor. The grant is intended to foster both skill development and leadership within the diving community, empowering recipients to reach a professional level of dive instruction with an internationally recognized agency. Sponsored by Girls that Scuba and WDHOF Member Erin O'Neill, the grant aims to broaden participation and representation in the field of professional diving.
