NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant

NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant

Funder: National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation

Geographic Scope: NJCAA member institutions nationwide

Focus Areas: Supporting the addition and growth of two-year collegiate sports programs

Award Amount: $1,000 (as awarded to Southwestern Oregon Community College)

Recipient Programs at SWOCC

• Women's Wrestling Program: Started at Southwestern in 2010; officially became part of NJCAA during 2021-22 school year; continues to grow by adding equipment and recruiting student-athletes internationally
• Men's and Women's Swimming Teams: Started fall 2014; recently finished as national runners-up at 2022 NJCAA Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving National Championship

Use of Funds at SWOCC

SWOCC used the $1,000 grant to purchase equipment needed for student-athletes to train and compete at a high level year after year.

Background

The NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant was created to support the addition and growth of two-year collegiate sports. This was the first time the NJCAA Foundation offered this grant, created as a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics.

NJCAA Foundation Mission

Enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges, and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives, and community service.