SITE Foundation is the charitable arm of SITE. Its US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit status means SITE Foundation can legally receive tax-deductible donations. Donations, and other funds raised, are then re-invested in our industry through grants and scholarships disbursed by the Foundation each year.

In 2024, SITE Foundation plans to more than double the amount of funding granted to SITE members and friends. Here is an overview of what the Foundation and its Board of Trustees are planning for the year ahead.

SITE Foundation Academic Scholarship

Opening date for applications: April 2, 2024

Closing date for applications: May 21, 2024

Who is eligible to apply: SITE members pursuing a higher education/post-secondary school degree or short course/limited-time program. Each recipient will receive $5,000 USD toward covering the cost of their tuition fees.

SITE Foundation Industry Grant

Opening date for applications: May 28, 2024

Closing date for applications: July 16, 2024

Who is eligible to apply: SITE members and friends with a project idea that requires up to $20,000 USD in funding. Projects should advance and further build the business case for using incentive travel as a motivational strategy and reward tool. 

Past projects include industry research, educational programming, and the creation of resources to support incentive professionals.

David Riddell Global Conference Scholarship

Opening date for applications: July 30, 2024

Closing date for applications: September 10, 2024

Who is eligible to apply: SITE Foundation plans to grant three awards in 2024, with one designated for a SITE Young Leader, one for a SITE Chapter Leader, and the third open to any SITE members. Awards will be granted up to $6,000 USD to  cover registration, hotel, and airfare costs directly linked to Global Conference 2025.

Moira Hearn Fund

Opening date for applications: January 1, 2024 

Closing date for applications: December 31, 2024, OR until all funding for the calendar year has been granted

Who is eligible to apply: Any SITE member whose business and/or region is experiencing extreme difficulties. The Fund is designed to provide financial support to SITE members in need, with all applications kept confidential.

If you have any questions about these awards or other SITE Foundation projects,  to our team at anytime.