Deadline: 2 December 2016
The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) is currently seeking applications for the Access for Athletes grant program 2016, committed to helping athletes overcome financial impediments by providing funding grants for equipment, training, coaching and competition costs.
CAF’s mission is to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics.
Funding Categories
Applicants can apply for funds in only one of the following categories each year:
- Equipment expenses (prosthetics, adaptive & non-adaptive sport equipment)
- Travel/Competition expenses (entry fees, flights and lodging for an event)
- Coaching/Training expenses (gym membership, paying a coach or personal trainer)
Grants Size
- Grant awards vary by each athlete’s ability, financial need, and type of request.
- The average grant amount is approximately $1,500 and most will not exceed $3,500.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are invited from anywhere around the world. There are no restrictions when it comes to shipping equipment outside of the U.S.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via given website.
For more information, please visit Access for Athletes.
