Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor by Women Divers Hall of Fame funds advanced training and gear for women and non-binary individuals seeking dive instructor certification.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (applications open) | November 30, 2026 (applications close, 17:00 New York time)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (typically split between training and dive gear; up to full amount may be used for training)
Summary: Supports women and non-binary individuals in advancing to dive instructor certification through financial assistance for training and gear.
Key Information: Applicants must be certified divers; only one WDHOF grant or scholarship application per cycle.
Description
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor program, administered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), is designed to empower women and non-binary individuals to achieve dive instructor certification. Supported by Girls that Scuba and WDHOF Member Erin O'Neill, the grant provides financial support for advanced dive training and essential dive gear, aiming to develop future leaders and educators in the diving industry. Grant recipients are expected to use this opportunity to further their professional skills and contribute to the diving community.
