WDHOF's Advanced Dive Training Grants support women divers in advancing their recreational dive training and skills beyond open-water certification through further non-professional courses.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 31, 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per award; 2 grants available; funds may be split between dive training and gear
Summary: Supports women divers in advancing their recreational dive training beyond the open-water level to expand skills and experience in non-professional diving.
Key Information: For women with at least open-water certification; training must be recreational/non-professional.
The Advanced Dive Training Grants for Certified Divers – Recreational, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), are designed to support women divers seeking to advance their skills and experience beyond the open-water certification level. These grants aim to empower women in the diving community by providing financial assistance for further recreational dive training, such as advanced open water, specialty courses, or rescue diver certifications. The focus is strictly on non-professional, non-technical, and personal/recreational diving. The program is part of WDHOF’s ongoing mission to encourage and recognize the achievements of women in diving and to foster continued education and growth in the field.