The NATA Foundation, as the philanthropic arm of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, aims to advance the athletic training profession through research and education. It is committed to benefiting athletic trainers and associated companies, as well as the physically active community, by fostering collaboration among health care professionals for preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation.
The NATA Foundation Research Grant Programs are designed to provide financial support for research that holds the potential to significantly advance the profession of athletic training. Through its Professional and Student Research Grant Programs, the foundation annually allocates funds for outstanding research projects. Specifically, the Professional Grants Program - General Grant, offers up to $50,000 (total cost limit) over three years for exceptional research endeavors. These grants underscore the foundation’s commitment to fostering growth and development within the field of athletic training.