Rusty Kanokogi Fund Grant
The Rusty Kanokogi Fund Grant supports U.S. women judo athletes with financial assistance for training, equipment, and travel to advance their participation in national and international competitions.
Funder: Women's Sports Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 | May 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 total awarded annually; individual grants typically range from several hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Summary: Supports U.S. women judo athletes with financial assistance for training, equipment, and travel to enhance national and international competition participation.
Description
The Rusty Kanokogi Fund Grant, administered by the Women's Sports Foundation, honors Rena “Rusty” Kanokogi, a pioneering advocate for women's judo and Olympic inclusion. This grant provides direct financial support to U.S. women judo athletes who are actively training for national and international competitions. Funds may be used for coaching, specialized training, equipment, athletic attire, and travel. The primary goal is to increase the participation and visibility of women in judo by removing financial barriers and empowering athletes to reach higher levels of performance.
