Program Objective
The Head Of The Charles x Gold Cup grant program provides financial support to rowing programs across the United States that work with under-resourced communities and are committed to broadening access and creating welcoming environments for all participants. We believe programs that are actively committed to the long- term work of supporting youth and their families in these communities will help build skills that can be used both on and off the water.
What programs are eligible to apply for this grant?
- Programs that provide competitive racing teams for under-resourced youth aged 19 and under
- Priority will be given to programs that also provide programming such as tutoring, mentorship, college guidance, and enrichment
- Programs that demonstrate financial need
- Committed to USRowing Safe Sport standards
- A commitment to expanding access and creating a welcoming environment for all
- Demonstrate efforts to recruit and sustain a diverse population of student-athletes, staff, and leaders
What are under-resourced communities? How do you define “at-risk” youth?
Under-resourced communities lack resources in leadership, physical assets, financial resources, power, political will, institutions, community cohesion, and services.
Application Process
The Gold Cup and The Head Of The Charles will post the grant application on their respective websites (www.thegoldcup.org and www.
What is the application timeline?
The program will accept applications from April 14, 2025 through May 2, 2025.
The Grant Selection Committee will review applications starting May 3, 2025 and announce grant recipients by June 9, 2025
How many programs will be awarded grants and what is the amount?
The Committee will select 4 programs to receive grants in the amount of $25,000 per grant.
Who do I contact with questions?
Any questions should be directed to GoldCupHOCRgrant@gmail.com
Q: Who is reviewing the applications?
A: We have assembled a diverse grant review committee comprised of mostly BIPOC in the rowing community.
Q: My club does not operate in the US. Can I apply for a grant?
A: At this time, grants are only available to programs based in the United States.
Q: Can I apply more than once?
A: We are only able to accept one application per program. If you do not receive a grant this year, we encourage you to apply when applications reopen.
Q: How many grants will be awarded?
A: In 2025, we will be awarding 4 grants for a one-year period. Each program will receive $25,000.
Q: In addition to the funding, will grant recipients receive any other benefits?
A: Yes! There will be individual check-ins in addition to cohort meetings.