The NCAA has created a grant designed to fund student-athlete development programming on member campuses in all three divisions.

The Student-Athlete Development Grant is a $1,250 award given to 60 institutions to fund new and existing student-athlete development programming. Examples of appropriate programming include: ethical decision-making/problem-solving, peer mentoring, career preparation and development, leadership development, diversity/inclusion, and student-athlete mentoring programs. Other relevant topics will be considered upon submission of an application.

Funds can be used to cover costs associated with implementing a new program (peer mentoring) or staging a one-time program (speakers fees, career workshops). The funds may not be used to pay for travel, food or lodging.  Each division will receive 20 grants (10 in the fall and 10 in the spring).

A team of NCAA staff members will evaluate applications based on creativity and targeted outcomes and collaboration with other campus departments, among other criteria.

For more information, contact Eileen Patton at the national office (317/917-6311) or via e-mail (epatton@ncaa.org).