Member Grants are awarded to professional-level WJA members to be used toward business/professional growth. Grants are awarded to professional-level WJA members in good standing who have been a member for at least one year prior to applying. Student Members of the WJA are not eligible for Member Grants and are instead encouraged to apply for WJA Student Scholarships. WJA is pleased to allocate additional funds towards WJA member grants specifically designated for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, others) applicants. WJA members that identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ from any WJA chapter are encouraged to apply for these opportunities and are eligible to be selected for all of WJA's member grant opportunities. Grant awards can be used towards career and business growth tools and opportunities, including professional development courses, industry conferences, website services, books, machinery, etc. Grants will be for costs incurred between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024. Please visit the award's website for more information.