[American College of Sports Medicine Foundation](https://www.acsm.org/foundation)

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

$5,000; 1 award annually

Recognizes mid-career leaders for outstanding contributions to women’s health, sport, and physical activity.

ACSM national membership is required at the time of application.

--- ## Description This award honors mid-career researchers, clinicians, and certified professionals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing women’s health, sport, and physical activity. Established to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Barbara L. Drinkwater, the award recognizes impactful contributions to research, clinical care, or other work focused primarily on women. The recipient is recognized at the ACSM Annual Meeting and is expected to participate in associated lectures and events. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 award - One recipient selected annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be an ACSM national member in good standing before applying (chapter membership alone does not qualify). - Open to mid-career researchers, clinicians, and certified professionals. - Applicants must demonstrate exceptional leadership in women’s health, sport, and physical activity, including: - Research focused on women - Clinical care of women - Other work primarily focused on women - Consideration is also given to nontraditional nominees demonstrating leadership in women’s sport, reflecting Dr. Drinkwater’s passion for Women Sport International. --- ## Application Process - Application is submitted through the [ACSM Application Portal](https://acsm.secure-platform.com/site/). - Prepare materials demonstrating leadership and impact in women’s health, sport, or physical activity. - ACSM national membership must be active at the time of application. - Award winner is required to attend the Josephine L. Rathbone & Barbara L. Drinkwater Named Lecture at the ACSM Annual Meeting and is encouraged to attend the ACSM Honors event. --- ## Additional Information - The award commemorates Dr. Barbara L. Drinkwater’s advocacy for girls’ and women’s health, exercise, and sports performance. - Supported by the Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity Fund. - The award is considered taxable income under U.S. federal law; recipients may receive a Form 1099-MISC if total awards exceed $600. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Details](https://acsm.org/altai-pages/member-hub/career-resources/grant-travel-award-applications/drinkwater/) - [ACSM Foundation Funding Opportunities](https://acsm.org/foundation/funding/leadership-training-awards/) - [ACSM Application Portal](https://acsm.secure-platform.com/site/) - [About Dr. Barbara L. Drinkwater](https://acsm.org/honoring-barbara-drinkwater/) - [Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity Fund](https://acsm.org/foundation/give/endowments/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ACSM Foundation | [foundation@acsm.org](mailto:foundation@acsm.org) | | General Inquiries | [ACSM Foundation Leadership](https://www.acsm.org/foundation/about/leadership) | | Phone | 317-637-9200 |

Drinkwater Leadership Award in Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity

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