Grants Programme

Our aim is to empower Olympians to deliver projects that serve the needs of Olympians and help them to spread the spirit of Olympism in their countries.

One of the ways we do this is via the World Olympians Association Grants Programme, which annually distributes funding under the following three categories:

• NOA Development – $1,000USD grants per annum
• Service to Olympians - 5 x $5,000USD grants per annum
• Service to Society - 5 x $5,000USD grants per annum

Ideas can be suggested by any Olympian but your application must be submitted through your NOA.

• Development Grants

  All NOAs are eligible to apply for the NOA Development Grant which supports regular programming as well as the administrative and operational costs associated with the NOA. Applications open for NOA Development Grants in January every year.

• Service to Society

  The Service to Society Grant offers NOAs the opportunity to apply for one of U.S. five thousand- dollar (US$5,000) grants to help drive sustainable, Olympian-led community projects and initiatives. The aim of the scheme, which was first launched in November 2016, is to empower Olympians to deliver projects that help their communities and are aligned with the promotion of the Olympic values. WOA funded projects which have aimed to address social cohesion, environment and sustainability, obesity prevention and sport development. Applications for 2020 are closed.

• Service to Olympians

  The Service to Olympians Grant has been established to support Olympians off the field of play. The scheme offers U.S. five thousand-dollar (US$5,000) grants to fund programmes that support the ongoing development of Olympians. This could include skill building and education workshops for Olympians (media training, resume / CV building etc), reunion activities to celebrate Games anniversaries, or creation of digital platforms to engage NOA members. Applications for 2020 are closed.

Important Dates

Eligibility for Service to Society/Olympians Grants

• Projects must be Olympian-led
• Projects must be delivered within 12 months
• Joint applications from NOAs and NOCs are encouraged

Impact

How well does the project:

• Benefit Olympians or local communities in a measurable way
• Provide a detailed and appropriate budget / financial strategy

Values

• How well does the project align with the Olympic values?

Project Design / Delivery

How well does the project:

• Define its mission and objectives
• Identify its target audience and how to reach them
• Provide opportunities for future or recurring engagement