Apply for a tuition grant.
We pay the full tuition for approved medical certification courses, directly to the training provider. Athletes, coaches, park staff, and event organizers in the action sports community are eligible.
Eligibility
You are eligible if you can answer yes to all three:
- You are part of the action sports community as a participant, coach, park or shop staff member, event organizer, or guide.
- You will use the certification in a community setting (events, parks, shops, guiding, coaching, peer response).
- The course you are applying for is on our approved list, or you have written approval from us in advance.
Approved courses
- CPR / AED (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
- Wilderness First Aid (NOLS, SOLO, WMA, or equivalent)
- Wilderness First Responder (NOLS, SOLO, WMA, or equivalent)
- EMT-B/A (state-approved program)
- Wilderness EMT
- Stop the Bleed
Have a course in mind that is not on this list? Email info@actionsportssafetyproject.com with details before applying.
Process
- Submit an application using the form below.
- Our Grant Review Board scores applications on community impact and financial need. We award based on score, not on submission order.
- If approved, we pay tuition directly to the training provider on your behalf. You register normally and attend the course.
- After completion, send us a copy of your certificate and a short note (a few sentences) on how you plan to use it.
Timeline
Applications are reviewed monthly. Decisions are sent within 30 days of the review meeting. Funded courses must be completed within 12 months (or the standard course duration) of the award date.
Apply
Ready to get trained? Use the application form further down this page to submit your request. You'll need the details of the course you want to take, the cost, and a quick breakdown of how this certification will benefit your riding community.
We respond to every application within five business days.
Apply for a grant
Tell us who you are, what you ride, and what happened. We read every one. Most riders hear back inside a week.
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