Grants for Coast Guard Spouses Enrolled in College, Trade School, Professional Certification Programs
At the Coast Guard Foundation, we understand the unique challenges and sacrifices that Coast Guard spouses face, and we are dedicated to supporting you in your educational and professional pursuits.
2024 Coast Guard Foundation Spouse Education Grant Season: Coast Guard spouses enrolled in college and trade school, or pursuing professional licenses and certifications, may apply for a Coast Guard Foundation spouse grant to cover tuition, fees, supplies, and related education expenses incurred during the 2024 calendar year.
Grant awards are $1,000 and limited to one grant a year. If a spouse received a grant during round one of funding in January, they are ineligible for round two.
Coast Guard Foundation Spouse Education Grant:
- Application Period: August 1-December 1, 2024
- Eligibility: Grants benefit non-military spouses of active-duty, enlisted Coast Guard members in paygrades E-1 – E-8.
- Grant Purpose: CGF grants can cover tuition, fees, supplies, and related education expenses incurred during the 2024 calendar year.
- Grant Amount: $1,000
- How to Apply: Visit coastguardfoundation.org/spousegrant to access the application form and submission guidelines.
- 8/31/2024 Update: We have expended all funds allocated to our spouse education grant program this year. If you applied for a grant on or before the 31st, CGF program staff will reach out on the status of your application.
Why Apply for a Coast Guard Foundation spouse education grant?
- Financial Support: Receive assistance to ease the cost of pursuing your goals
- Empowerment: Invest in your education and professional growth
- Community: Join a supportive community of Coast Guard spouses dedicated to personal and professional development.
Application Process
- Grants are awarded in the order they are received, provided all eligibility requirements have been met.
- Education and training programs must be at a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
- Priority is given to spouses of members E-6 and under. If sufficient funds are available, spouses of E-7 and E-8 members will be offered a grant based on the date of their completed application.
- Priority is given to spouses pursuing first degrees (associates and bachelors), licenses, and certifications. If sufficient funds are available, grants will be offered for second degrees.
- Visit coastguardfoundation.org/spousegrant
- Review eligibility criteria and grant details
- Complete the online application form
- Submit required documents
- Receive confirmation of receipt and further instructions
Contact Information
For any inquiries or assistance with the application process, please contact Ms. Sage Williams at swilliams@coastguardfoundation.org or 860-535-0786.
With appreciation to our supporters, among them:
American Legion Pacific Palisades Post 283 – Crowley Maritime Corporation – Delta Dental – James L. Everitts Foundation – GEICO Military – Tommy and Muffet Harmon Foundation – Navy Federal Credit Union – Marc Ordan – Phil and Fran Rouse
