The CSA Dependent Care Grant from the Costume Society of America reimburses dependent care costs so caregivers can participate in the society’s Annual Meeting and Symposium.
Funder: Costume Society of America
Due Dates: February 3, 2027
Funding Amounts: $400 per grant; reimbursement for eligible dependent care expenses related to symposium attendance.
Summary: Supports CSA members with dependent care costs so they can participate in the Annual Meeting and Symposium.
Key Information: Priority given to presenters and early career professionals; funds are distributed as reimbursements after the symposium.
The CSA Dependent Care Grant is designed to help members of the Costume Society of America (CSA) who incur additional dependent care expenses in order to attend the national Annual Meeting and Symposium. The grant aims to make professional development opportunities more accessible for caregivers—whether they are bringing young children, incurring extra costs to leave children at home, or are responsible for elderly parents, partners, or adult children with disabilities. By providing financial support for specific dependent care expenses, CSA seeks to reduce barriers for members balancing caregiving and professional responsibilities.