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Adapted PE/Activity Graduate Student of the Year Award Grant

Society of Health and Physical Educators

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Other requirements

  • Eligibility.
  • Must be a member of SHAPE America and the APE/PA Special Interest Group.
  • Must be currently enrolled at the Masters or Doctoral level and seeking a degree with an emphasis on adapted physical activity and/or disability sport.
  • Award Criteria

Overview

The Adapted PE/Activity Graduate Student of the Year Award recognizes outstanding graduate students in adapted physical education and physical activity who have made significant contributions to the lives of individuals with disabilities. Sponsored by the Society of Health and Physical Educators, this award emphasizes leadership, dedication, and commitment to inclusive practices in physical education. It aims to inspire future professionals in the field while promoting excellence in adapted physical activity and disability sport.

About SHAPE America
SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the United States. The organization’s extensive community includes a diverse membership of health and physical educators, as well as advocates, supporters, and 50+ state affiliate organizations.
Since its founding in 1885, the organization has defined excellence in school-based health education and physical education. For decades, SHAPE America’s National Physical Education Standards have served as the foundation for well-designed physical education programs across the country, just as the SHAPE America National Health Education Standards serve as the foundation for effective skills-based health education. Together, these national standards provide a comprehensive framework for educators to deliver high-quality instruction and make a positive difference in the health and well-being of every preK-12 student.
Adapted PE/Activity Graduate Student of the Year honors exemplary graduate level students in the field of adapted PE/PA who has demonstrated significant service and contributions to individuals with disabilities.

Eligibility

EligibilityMust be a member of SHAPE America and the APE/PA Special Interest Group.
Must be currently enrolled at the Masters or Doctoral level and seeking a degree with an emphasis on adapted physical activity and/or disability sport.
Award Criteria
Must demonstrate leadership skills through physical education/activity, research, service, or other means.Must demonstrate dedication to families and individuals with disabilities.
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What Society of Health and Physical Educators actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
7
Total given
$70K
Median grant
$10K
  • By dollars: Florida 29%, Washington 29%, Ohio 14%. Top recipient cities: Cleveland, OH; Miami, FL; Brooklyn, NY.

Example grants

  • Cleveland Metropolitan School District · Cleveland, OH

    $10K

  • Frederick Douglass Elementary PTA · Miami, FL

    $10K

  • Friends of Bold Explorers PS 456 · Brooklyn, NY

    $10K

  • Parent Ambassador Group · Spokane, WA

    $10K

  • San Jose PTA · Jacksonsville, FL

    $10K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Disabled
  • Education

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