US Sailing is honored to provide a variety of grant and scholarship opportunities to expand, promote, and sustain the sport across the country. We are deeply grateful to the generous donors and supporters whose passion for the sport makes these programs possible.
Female racing sailors of all ages may apply for financial assistance for travel expenses and regattas registration fees associated with participating in any US Sailing National Championship. Grants are awarded in the Fall for all of that year’s Championships and will therefore be awarded retroactively, after some of the regattas have taken place.
Max Award: $1,000
Cycle: Applications open annually from April - September
Applications are open to all sailors in Olympic classes and/or the Olympic Development Program who are eligible to represent the United States at a USOPC delegation event (as defined by the USOPC) and are under the age of 32 as of January 1 in the calendar year the Grant is awarded.
Max Award: $5,000
Cycle: Applications open annually from September - October
The US Sailing Match Racing Committee offers a competitive grant program for selected teams interested in match racing in the U.S. at a high level. The program provides reimbursement for expenses such as entry fees, travel expenses and lodging. In addition, the grant program provides a mentor who will be available as needed to share veteran advice to ensure a successful match racing campaign.
Max Award: $5,000
Cycle: Applications open annually January - April
The Scholarship Program is currently in the fund-building phase and will be accepting applications in 2027. Scholarships will provide crucial support to youth and adults to participate in US Sailing education, training, and early competition opportunities.
Reach Youth Engagement Grants are for 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations that are implementing US Sailing’s Reach Initiative. Grants provide financial support for program materials, transportation, and to offset costs for students.
Max Award: $3,500
Cycle: Applications due annually by April 1st
Questions about Grant Programs? Please contact development@ussailing.org or (401) 342-7900