The program may be new or existing. The grants are sponsored by Tampax through the Women's Sports Foundation. The Women's Sports Foundation is a national nonprofit, educational, member-based organization dedicated to promoting the lifelong participation of all girls and women in sports and fitness. The awards provide financial support for sports and fitness programs that serve girls ages 9-18. Funds may not be used for staffing or travel to competitions.
Applications are available on-going.
Awards are made Feb. 15, 1998. The Women's Sports Foundation seeks to create an educated public that encourages females' participation and supports gender equality in sport. The Foundation seeks to create an educated public that encourages females' participation and supports gender equality in sport. The Foundation was established in 1974 by Billie Jean King, and Donna de Varona.