International Achilles Athlete Grants

Provides grants to help Achilles athletes with disabilities outside the United States compete in major races and acquire necessary adaptive equipment.

Geographic Scope: International athletes with disabilities (outside the U.S.)

Participating Chapters/Countries: As of 2024, grants awarded to athletes from:

• Australia (Melbourne)
• Brazil
• Colombia
• Ecuador
• Germany
• Japan
• Mexico
• Mongolia
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Panama
• Peru

What the Grant Covers:

• Adaptive equipment purchases (e.g., professional racing wheelchairs)
• Travel expenses
• Race entry fees
• Support for participation in major marathons and races

Eligibility:

• Must be an active member of a local Achilles chapter
• Athletes with disabilities competing internationally
• Examples of supported activities: Berlin Marathon, Chicago Marathon, other major international races

2024 Results:

• 72 grants awarded

Contact Information:

• Achilles International
• Address: 57 W 57th Street, Suite 1702, New York, NY 10019
• Phone: (212) 354-0300
• Email: info@achillesinternational.org
• Website: http://www.achillesinternational.org/

Application Process

Required Materials:

• Application form
• Letters of recommendation
• Evidence of active membership in local Achilles chapter

Selection Criteria:

• Active chapter membership
• Quality of application and recommendations
• Demonstrated commitment to athletics
• Geographic diversity (grants awarded across 12+ chapters)

Note: Specific application deadlines, detailed instructions, and submission format not provided in available materials. Contact Achilles International or your local Achilles chapter for complete application details.