Live Your Dream Grant

About this program

The American Alpine Club, powered by The North Face and supported by additional donors, offers Live Your Dream grants typically ranging from $500 to $1,000 for personally ambitious climbing and mountain-sport projects across all disciplines and experience levels. Applicants must be active AAC members, U.S. citizens or green card holders, and propose a specific, attainable objective that advances their skills and is appropriate to their experience. Projects must take place between June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, with applications due online by April 30 at 11:59 p.m. MST. Grant recipients must submit a trip report, return funds if the project is canceled or substantially changed, and follow land-management, stewardship, and disclosure requirements.