- Grant Amount – $5,000–$10,000
- Deadline – January 15, 2026
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The PADI Foundation offers a valuable opportunity for individuals and organizations engaged in research and education focused on aquatic environments.
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Each year, the Foundation provides funding to projects that expand understanding of underwater ecosystems, promote their protection, and deepen knowledge of the human relationship with the ocean. Through these grants, the Foundation aims to foster innovative research and practical education that contribute to both scientific advancement and environmental stewardship.
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Funding is available for projects that explore three key areas. The first is the enrichment of humankind’s understanding of aquatic environments, particularly those that encourage greater sensitivity toward and protection of fragile ecosystems. The second focuses on the study of sport diving physics and physiology, supporting research that enhances diver safety and contributes to the broader scientific understanding of human adaptation to underwater conditions. The third area supports research that addresses the growing impact of climate change on coastal and ocean ecosystems, with an emphasis on understanding and mitigating related hazards to humans and marine life.
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Funding Infomation
- In total, the Foundation allocates around $167,516 annually to support selected proposals.
- While most grants range between $5,000 and $10,000, applications with budgets up to $12,000 are considered, and larger budgets may be approved for diving physiology research directly related to diver safety.
- The Foundation typically does not cover overhead costs, salaries, dive training, or standard diving equipment, allowing funds to be focused directly on project activities and research outcomes.
Eligibility:
- This funding opportunity provides meaningful support for scientists, educators, and conservationists dedicated to protecting and understanding the underwater world.
- By encouraging research that advances both environmental awareness and diving safety, the PADI Foundation continues to play a crucial role in promoting sustainable human interaction with aquatic ecosystems.
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