[Grand Foundation](https://www.grandfoundation.com)

June 1, 2026 (Summer program) | September 15, 2026 (Winter program)

Awards cover up to 100% of program fees; sliding scale for need-based grants (see guidelines), merit-based awards for elite athletes.

Provides merit- and need-based financial support for athletes participating in Winter Park Competition Center programs to promote lifelong engagement in mountain sports.

--- ## Description The Competition Center Athlete Support Fund, administered by the Grand Foundation, is dedicated to supporting athletes enrolled in Winter Park Competition Center programs. The fund offers both need-based and merit-based financial assistance to help athletes overcome economic barriers, enabling them to pursue their athletic and personal potential—from fostering lifelong enjoyment of mountain sports to competing at elite or Olympic levels. The program is funded through donations from the Winter Park Ski Education Foundation and the Grand Foundation and aims to ensure that all committed athletes have access to essential training, coaching, and competition opportunities. --- ## Due Dates - June 1, 2026: Summer program application deadline (annual) - September 15, 2026: Winter program application deadline (annual) Applications are accepted up to twice per year per athlete (once for summer, once for winter). *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Need-based grants:** Sliding scale based on family income and number of dependents (e.g., up to $150,000 for families with one dependent, $160,000 for two, $170,000 for three, etc.; add $10,000 per additional dependent). - **Award cap:** Funding will not exceed the cost of program fees. - **Merit-based awards:** Available for elite-level athletes, based on performance or travel costs for global competition; recommended by coaches and separate from standard applications. --- ## Eligibility - Athletes must be enrolled in a Winter Park Competition Center program. - **Need-based applicants:** Sliding income limits apply; must demonstrate financial need based on family dynamics and circumstances. - **Merit-based applicants:** Open to elite athletes regardless of income, based on athletic performance or required travel. - Applications are accepted up to twice per year per athlete (once for summer, once for winter). - The award is paid directly to the organization providing the program; funds are not paid to individuals. - Requests for reimbursement for already completed programs are not eligible. - Duplicate funding for the same program is not permitted. - Parent/guardian commitment to a portion of program costs is expected. - All applications and supporting documentation are confidential. --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application prior to the start of the relevant program season: - [Application portal](https://grandfoundation.communityforce.com/Funds/FundDetails.aspx?496F49596D593768464E3537506B6F754D5442315A36304A7A706F577631376A3038384A2F50343072373945775069306530766752707952664662666C632F5241474A72645072306857513D) - Submit all required financial and program documentation. - Merit-based awards are separately recommended by Competition Center coaches. - An advisory committee reviews applications and makes funding decisions. - Notifications of funding decisions are provided within a month of the application deadline. - Any changes to approved requests must be discussed and reviewed by the committee. --- ## Additional Information - The total program cost submitted must exclude the parent volunteer work deposit and reflect tuition less any discounts or other funding received. - All financial/tax documentation is shredded after each grant cycle. - Requests not following guidelines or requirements will not be considered. --- ## External Links - [Competition Center Athlete Support Fund Program Page](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Grants/Competition-Center-Athlete-Support-Fund) - [Application Portal](https://grandfoundation.communityforce.com/Funds/FundDetails.aspx?496F49596D593768464E3537506B6F754D5442315A36304A7A706F577631376A3038384A2F50343072373945775069306530766752707952664662666C632F5241474A72645072306857513D) - [Grand Foundation Home](https://www.grandfoundation.com) - [Contact Page](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|------------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@grandfoundation.com | 970-887-3111 | P.O. Box 1342, Winter Park, CO 80482 (Mailing) | | | | | 551 Zerex St. C 203, Fraser, CO 80442 (Physical) | | Application Assistance | amy@grandfoundation.com | 970-887-3111 ext. 2 | |

Competition Center Athlete Support Fund

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