Grants
College Club Swimming's New Club Grant - Apply Now

The CCS New Club Grant was created to support the growth and long-term success of new and emerging College Club Swimming programs. The grant is intended to provide initial funding to help clubs get established, grow participation, and build a strong foundation for continued involvement in CCS.

Through this grant, CCS hopes to provide new clubs with early support as they develop their program, strengthen their organization, and work toward long-term financial and operational stability. 

Eligibility

Clubs may be eligible to apply for the CCS New Club Grant, supported by U.S. Masters Swimming. Eligible clubs may apply for grant funding of $250-$1,000 if they meet one of the following criteria:

1. Prospective swim clubs that are interested in joining CCS but have not yet registered.
2. New clubs registering with CCS for the first time in the 2026–2027 season.
3. Recently established CCS clubs that first registered in the 2024–2025 or 2025–2026 season.
4. Returning clubs that are re-registering with CCS after a hiatus.

Application Instructions

To apply, please complete the following by October 31:

1. Grant application form.
2. Make a copy of the sample budget spreadsheet and submit it by attaching it to the grant application form as an Excel (*.xlsx) file.
3. Submit the grant agreement and advisor approval form as a PDF file. 

Please note that you must use the budget sample spreadsheet template provided - another format will not be accepted. All attachments must be submitted through the grant application form. Contact CCS if you have issues attaching any documents.

If selected as a grant recipient, the club will need to provide a completed W-9 and EFT Form in order to receive the payment. Clubs are also strongly encouraged to contact their advisor before submitting the application about any special requirements or procedures their University has for receiving payments. Recipients will be notified by November 30.