The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Photography from the Women Divers Hall of Fame supports advanced underwater photography training and equipment for women divers in the U.S.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (applications open) | November 30, 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One grant of $1,500; up to $1,000 may be used for photography equipment, remainder for training. Award must be used within 18 months of March 2027.
Summary: Supports U.S. women divers seeking advanced underwater photography training and equipment.
Key Information: Applicants must be certified divers; two letters of recommendation required; women only.
This grant, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), supports women in the United States who wish to enhance their scuba diving and underwater photography skills. Honoring the legacy of underwater photographer Jim Leffard, the program provides funding for specialized underwater photography courses and for purchasing photographic equipment. The goal is to empower women divers to document and appreciate the underwater world, fostering both technical proficiency and creative exploration.