Advanced Dive Training Grants for Certified Divers – Professional (2 grants, women only)
This grant helps women divers advance their professional diving skills (excluding scientific/instructor training) by funding advanced certifications and essential gear.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (2 grants awarded); typically $500 for training, $500 for gear, but up to $1,000 may be used for training.
Summary: Supports women divers in advancing professional dive training (excluding scientific or instructor training), covering tuition/certification and gear.
Key Information: Women only; excludes scientific and instructor training; must already be certified as open-water diver or higher.
Description
The Advanced Dive Training Grants for Certified Divers – Professional are offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF) to support women in advancing their diving skills for professional purposes. These grants are intended for women who are already certified as open-water divers (or higher) and wish to pursue further training that benefits their professional activities, such as marine research support, media, safety, or other career-related diving roles. The grant specifically excludes training for scientific diving and dive instructor certifications. Funds may be used for tuition, course fees, and dive gear (with restrictions), supporting certifications from internationally recognized agencies.
