This funding opportunity has expanded to cover the entire suite of ACSM Leadership & Training Awards, rather than just the Knuttgen International Scholar Award. You can now apply for several additional tracks ranging from $1,000 to $6,000, including the Drinkwater Leadership Award and GSSI student grants. Please note that while the Knuttgen award still waives the ACSM membership requirement, most of the newly added awards require active membership.
Funder: American College of Sports Medicine Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (applications open, projected) | March 2027 (applications close, projected)
Funding Amounts: Most awards $1,000–$6,000 for 1–2 recipients; support may include travel, research, and professional development.
Summary: Recognizes and supports emerging leaders in exercise science and sports medicine through mentorship, professional development, and international exchange.
Key Information: Most awards require ACSM membership; the international scholar award does not.