ACSM Foundation Grants (submission period Sept. 9 – Nov. 13, 2026)

About this program

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Foundation funds a suite of named research and program grants to support scientific studies and pilot projects in sports medicine, exercise science, and physical activity epidemiology. Awards target multiple career stages and activities—doctoral and graduate student grants, postdoctoral and early‑career research grants, clinician‑research grants, and small program/microgrants—with application guidance and sample proposals provided. Eligibility is grant‑specific (generally tied to career stage, academic/professional role, and the stated research focus) and applicants must follow ACSM Foundation submission requirements; applications open September 9 and close November 13, 2026.