SDI Basic Dive Training Grant
This grant helps women start scuba diving by funding basic SDI dive training and gear, supporting their entry into the field with certification and essential equipment.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 31, 2025 | October 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000 total (typically split between $500 for SDI dive training and $500 for dive gear; full $1,000 may be used for training if requested)
Summary: Supports women of any age to begin scuba diving by funding basic training and gear at SDI facilities.
Key Information: Training must be completed at an SDI facility; only one grant or scholarship application per cycle.
Description
This grant supports women of any age and background who wish to learn to scuba dive and obtain certification through an internationally recognized diver-training agency. The award is specifically for training completed at an SDI (Scuba Diving International) facility and covers both dive training and essential dive gear. Sponsored by SDI and WDHOF Member Stephanie Miele, the grant is part of the Women Divers Hall of Fame’s Basic Dive Training Grants program, aiming to encourage and empower women to start their journey in scuba diving.
