Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant
The Amelia Behrens-Furniss Grant from Women Divers Hall of Fame supports advanced hardhat or commercial dive training for women divers through professional dive school enrollment.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (Full application & letters of recommendation)
Funding Amounts: $1,500 per award; funds must be used within 18 months of award (by August 31, 2028)
Summary: Supports certified women divers seeking advanced training in hardhat or commercial diving through enrollment in a professional dive school.
Key Information: Applicants must be women divers enrolled in or attending a commercial dive school; funds cannot be used to purchase dive equipment.
Description
The Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant, sponsored by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), is designed to support certified women divers of any age and background who wish to advance their expertise in hardhat or commercial diving. The grant provides financial assistance for enrollment in a commercial dive school, with the expectation that training will culminate in certification from an internationally recognized diver-training program. The award honors the legacy of WDHOF Member Amelia Behrens-Furniss and aims to foster the professional development of women in the commercial diving field.
