Expanding Access to National-Level Competition

Team USATF Masters athletes are among the most accomplished in the world, yet, unlike other USA international teams, they must cover all their own travel expenses. As a result, many top-ranked athletes are unable to compete, including at the USATF National Indoor and Outdoor Championships.

The new Masters Nationals Travel Grant program seeks to address this gap by providing targeted financial support, helping more athletes compete at the highest level. By reducing these barriers, the program aims to broaden participation and ensure that deserving athletes have the opportunity to represent themselves and Team USATF at national championship events.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Masters Athlete: Competing in USATF National Indoor or Outdoor Championships
  • Ranking: Top 25 on the World Masters Rankings (WMR) for their event
  • Financial Need: Annual income below $50,000 (including Social Security payments); unemployed or retired athletes are especially encouraged to apply

Applicants may be asked to provide documentation of need as part of the application process.

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The USATF Foundation has partnered with the USATF Masters Track & Field Committee to provide an ongoing source of financial support for outstanding Masters track and field athletes competing at the USATF National Indoor and Outdoor Championships. Grants will be awarded on an annual basis to eligible athletes, and are accepted at the sole discretion of the USATF Masters Nationals Travel Grant Board.

YOUR SUPPORT IS CRITICAL TO ENSURING THE SUCCESS OF ATHLETES AT USATF NATIONAL INDOOR AND OUTDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS.

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To learn more about Team USATF Masters Track & Field and masters track & field in general, please visit usatfmasters.org.

The NMA Travel Grant Program will grant money to elite athletes as determined by their performance rankings and medal results. Grants can be used to cover travel and meet expenses. The USATF Foundation does not discriminate in its WMA Travel Grant selection process on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, marital status, sex, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation.

The USATF Foundation provides a means to attract and guide funds to new and innovative track and field programs with an emphasis on providing opportunities for youth athletes, emerging and experienced elite athletes, along with guidance on future career paths. The Foundation depends upon donations from its Board of Directors, major gifts, and from generous fans of track & field.

Elite athletes are supported by the Foundation via monetary grants, career counseling (mentoring and jobs) and participation in Run With US!. Youth athletes are supported via monetary grants to youth clubs.

For more information, or to contribute to the USA Track & Field Foundation, Click Here or contact Tom Jackovic at (412) 398-2484 or tjackovic@usatffoundation.org.