Educational Grant - Coaching Education and Certification

How to Apply

1. Access the Online Application
- No account required to submit
- Visit the USAASF online grant application portal
- Applicants can print and proofread draft applications before final submission

2. Submit Required Documents
- Complete the online grant application form
- Upload IRS Form W-9 with tax identification number (REQUIRED)
- Upload non-profit status letter (REQUIRED)
- Upload all supporting documents to the online application system
- Maximum combined attachment size: 25 MB

3. Application Components
- Organization information
- Grant request details
- Description of coaching education/certification program
- Budget information
- Explanation of how funds will be used for coach development

4. Submission
- Submit through the online application system
- You will see a confirmation webpage upon successful submission
- You will receive an email confirmation
- If you don't receive email confirmation, contact grants@usaartisticswimmingfoundation.org

5. Before Deadline
- Applications can be retrieved and edited before the July 11 deadline
- For questions or technical issues, contact grants@usaartisticswimmingfoundation.org
- If you forgot to submit an attachment, email it to grants@usaartisticswimmingfoundation.org with organization name in subject line

6. Reporting Requirements
- Grantees must submit interim and final reports
- Final Report due January 31 (for Coaches College) or July 31 (for other educational grants)
- Request report templates from astyninger@usaartisticswimmingfoundation.org or sandra.mahoney@usaartisticswimmingfoundation.org
- Photos and testimonials will be requested for Foundation publicity purposes (social media, reports, etc.)

7. Special Notes
- If applying for both Traditional AND Education Grant, you MUST fill two SEPARATE applications
- Grant recipients in good standing may reapply the following year