Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant
The Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Grant supports women pursuing professional training and certification in hardhat or commercial diving to advance careers in underwater science and industry.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 31, 2025 | October 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: Amount varies; typically one grant awarded annually; recent years: WDHOF awarded $90,500 to 61 individuals across all grants.
Summary: Supports women enrolled in commercial dive schools to advance training in hardhat (surface-supplied) or commercial diving.
Key Information: Open to women only; applicants must be enrolled in or attending a commercial dive school.
Description
The Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), is designed to support women pursuing professional training in hardhat (surface-supplied) or commercial diving. Named in honor of diving pioneer Amelia Behrens-Furniss, this grant aims to help women gain the skills and certifications necessary for careers in underwater construction, inspection, maintenance, and other commercial diving roles that require formal training. The grant is part of WDHOF’s broader mission to recognize and promote women’s achievements in diving and support their professional development.
