McNeill-Nott Award — Grants for amateur female-led mountaineering expeditions

About this program

The McNeill-Nott Award, offered by the American Alpine Club, supports amateur female climbers pursuing exploratory mountaineering projects on new routes or unclimbed peaks with small, lightweight teams. The award honors the legacy of Sue Nott and Karen McNeill by promoting adventurous and environmentally conscious expeditions. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship, membership in the American Alpine Club, and adherence to ethical and environmental standards, with teams allowed to include foreign citizens. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, and expeditions must occur within one calendar year of the award date.