The World Cup Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports alpine, and cross-country skiers, is now accepting applications for three grants for the 2023/2024 season.the Arco grant targets u16 who are on a competitive trajectory, The T2 On the Rise grant targets junior racers who are climbing the ranks and the T2 World Cup Grant targets U.S. Ski Team athletes and invitees.
The T2 On the Rise Grant’s (T2 OTR Grant) goal is to assist those athletes on the cusp of getting to the next level of elite racing. The grants range from $1,500 to $3,000. In order to be eligible for a WCDF On the Rise grant, athletes must meet the following requirements:
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Birth Year 2001-2007
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Alpine or Cross-Country Athlete
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Non-national team athlete
The T2 World Cup Grant’s (T2 WC Grant) goal is to assist American National Team athletes. The World Cup Dreams Foundation will allocate funds to cover expenses associated with elite Alpine ski racing. ​​The grants range from $1,500 to $20,000.
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In order to be eligible for a WCDF/T2 World Cup Grant, athletes must meet the following requirements:
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Named U.S. Ski Team Alpine Athletes (A, B, C, D) and invitees
The ARCO Grant, within the WCDF umbrella, strives to provide merit and needs-based support while driving systemic reform in ski racing. Our mission is to identify U16 athletes with exceptional performance, indicating potential for international competitiveness and future eligibility for "On The Rise" and "World Cup" T2 Grants. Grants range from $1,000 to $2,500+.
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In order to be eligible for a ARCO grant, athletes must meet the following requirements
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Birth Year 2008-2009
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Alpine Athlete