Ella Jean Morgan Memorial Dive Training Grant for Young Women
The Ella Jean Morgan Memorial Dive Training Grant helps young women ages 15–21 earn basic scuba certification and acquire essential gear, supporting their entry into the world of diving and underwater exploration.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame (https://www.wdhof.org)
Due Dates: October 31, 2026: Full application submission deadline for the 2027 WDHOF Scholarships and Training Grants
Funding Amounts: $1,000 total (typically $500 for dive training, $500 for gear; full amount may be used for training) | One award annually
Summary: Supports young women ages 15–21 in obtaining basic scuba certification and gear through an internationally recognized program.
Description
The Ella Jean Morgan Memorial Dive Training Grant for Young Women is designed to encourage and support young women, ages 15–21, who wish to learn to scuba dive and earn certification from an internationally recognized diver-training agency. Sponsored by Frank Boulanger in memory of his wife and WDHOF member Ella Jean Morgan, this grant is part of the Women Divers Hall of Fame's Basic Dive Training Grants program. The award supports both the cost of basic dive training and the purchase of essential dive gear, aiming to empower the next generation of women divers.
