[Women's Sports Foundation](https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/)

June 2026 (Application deadline)

Individual grants range from $2,500–$10,000; up to $100,000 awarded annually.

Supports female athletes and teams with financial assistance for coaching, training, equipment, and travel needed to reach elite competition levels.

Applicants must be female U.S. citizens or legal residents with amateur status and demonstrated financial need.

--- ## Description The Women's Sports Foundation's Travel & Training Fund is designed to empower female athletes and teams by providing direct funding for coaching, specialized training, equipment, attire, and travel expenses essential for elite competition. Since 1984, the program has supported over 1,500 athletes and teams, helping to advance women in sports and increase the visibility of female athletes. The fund targets those with demonstrated financial need and significant potential to compete at the highest levels, with a focus on making a lasting impact on both individual careers and the broader landscape of women's sports. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated deadline for next cycle:** June 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Individual awards typically range from $2,500 to $10,000. - Up to $100,000 in total grants will be awarded each year. - Grants can be used for coaching, training, equipment, attire, and travel related to elite competition. --- ## Eligibility **Who Can Apply:** - Female U.S. citizens or legal residents eligible to compete for a U.S. national team. - Individuals or teams (teams must consist of at least two females). - Applicants must have amateur status (not receiving a salary for professional sports). - Demonstrated financial need is required. - A successful competitive record at the regional, national, or international level, or ranking by a national governing body. - Ability to compete at an elite level based on training and record. **Who Cannot Apply:** - High school, college, university (intercollegiate or club), or community recreation sports teams. - Athletes paid salaries for their sport or competing with a professional team. - Any athlete who is part of a team applying for a team grant cannot also apply individually in the same cycle. - Individuals or teams may receive a maximum of one grant per year and up to three grants in a lifetime. **Special Notes:** - Applicants must provide a letter from their sport's National Governing Body (NGB) or, in special cases, a recognized sanctioning organization. - NCAA athletes should carefully review their amateur status and consult with their institution regarding eligibility. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare Required Materials:** - Two letters of recommendation (one from the NGB; the second from a coach or someone familiar with your record). - Detailed budget and financial information. - Documentation of competitive record and achievements. 2. **Register and Apply Online:** - Visit the [WSF Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=womenssportsfoundation) to create or update your user profile. - Complete the application and upload all required documents. - Save progress and submit before the anticipated deadline. 3. **Notification:** - Applicants will receive an email confirmation upon receipt. - Applications are reviewed by a Selection Committee based on financial need, level/ranking, lack of other support, and potential impact. **Important:** Late, incomplete, or retroactive applications will not be considered. Applications must be for future expenses only. --- ## Additional Information - Grant recipients must use funds for their specified purpose and participate in the WSF Athlete Ambassador Program (includes at least one virtual or in-person connection per year). - Recipients age 21+ must acknowledge the Women’s Sports Foundation and Michelob ULTRA in publicity. - For collegiate athletes, receipt of funds may impact amateur status—consult NCAA or your institution. - Only one application per person/email per cycle. For detailed FAQs, see the [Travel & Training Fund FAQ (PDF)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WWSv1m8-svcAIb_isC-x7X8WjoEi_Nys/view?usp=sharing). --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Guidelines](https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/wsf_programs/travel-training/) - [Apply Online](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=womenssportsfoundation) - [Travel & Training Fund FAQ (PDF)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WWSv1m8-svcAIb_isC-x7X8WjoEi_Nys/view?usp=sharing) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |-------------------|----------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Anne Peltier | [APeltier@WomensSportsFoundation.org](mailto:APeltier@WomensSportsFoundation.org) | 646.833.0424 | | General Inquiries | [info@WomensSportsFoundation.org](mailto:info@WomensSportsFoundation.org) | 800.227.3988 | | Program Website | [Women's Sports Foundation](https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/) | |

Travel & Training Fund - Women's Sports Foundation

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