Division III Coaching Enhancement Grant
Division III Coaching Enhancement Grant supports NCAA Division III institutions in creating or expanding coaching positions to increase representation and opportunities for underrepresented groups.
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Funder: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Due Dates: September 28, 2026, at 8 a.m. ET (Applications open) | January 29, 2027, at 5 p.m. ET (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $7,500–$15,000 annually for two years, plus $1,500 annually for professional development; dollar-for-dollar institutional match required
Summary: Supports active NCAA Division III institutions in creating or enhancing coaching positions that increase representation in NCAA-sponsored sports.
Key Information: Institutions may hold only one Coaching Enhancement Grant at a time.
Description
The NCAA Division III Coaching Enhancement Grant provides financial assistance to member institutions committed to increasing representation in coaching for any NCAA-sponsored sport. It supports newly created positions and enhancements to existing positions, with the goal of expanding opportunities for underrepresented groups, including veterans and first-generation individuals.
The grant is part of Division III’s opportunity grants, which seek to help athletics staff better reflect the student-athlete populations they serve. These programs promote leadership, new perspectives, mentorship, and professional development. Administered by NCAA Division III governance and member services staff, the Coaching Enhancement Grant combines two years of salary support with professional development funding and requires an institutional financial commitment.
