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Athletes' Commission

Athlete's Services & Resource Hub

Empowering You - On and off the Track

Questions? Contact Kibwé Johnson: acathleteservices@usatf.org

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  • ​Financial Grants & Support
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Financial Grants & Support

Road to LA28 Grant

Deadline: May 5, 2025
Minimum $15,000 for athletes with financial need living or training in SoCal. Covers training, travel, equipment, or living expenses.

Apply Here

Simon Grant

Application Period: May 28 – June 25, 2025
$5,000–$10,000 for high-performing athletes demonstrating financial need. Cannot be combined with Road to LA28.

Simon Grant Information

LA Wildfire Relief Grant

(Closed: April 1–18, 2025)
For Team USA athletes affected by LA wildfires. $3,000 minimum support.

Mental Health & Wellness

Onrise Mental Health Sessions (USATF AC Funded)

Free, confidential sessions—first-come, first-serve. Available now to all USATF athletes.

Unfortunately, at this time the program has been paused and will not be accepting new athletes. More information to come.

USOPC Mental Health Services

Includes 24/7 support line, provider registry, and mental performance specialists.
719-866-2255 | psychservices@usopc.org | Team USA Psych Services

Career & Life Transition

Pivot Program - USOPC

Deadline: May 2, 2025

Deadline extended until capacity is reached. A four-day retreat + 6-month follow-up to support life after sport.

June 12–15, 2025 | The Cliff Lodge, Utah

Apply Here

1:1 Career Coaching (ManpowerGroup)

Three months of career support tailored to athletes.

Register Now

1:1 Money Coaching (Bolder Money)

Free access to personal money coaches to reduce stress and build confidence.

Connect with a Coach

Education & Tuition Support

Guild Education — Tuition-Free Programs

300+ online learning paths including MBAs, Sport Management, Digital Marketing, and more. Work with a coach and connect to employers hiring athletes.

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Management Essentials – Tuck School of Business

Deadline: May 16, 2025 | Program: June 3–12 (Live Zoom)

Learn strategic planning, DEI, budgeting, and leadership from Dartmouth faculty.

Register Here

USATF AC Programs

Onrise Mental Health Sessions

The USATF Athletes' Commission has renewed its partnership with Onrise to offer free, first-come mental health support to all eligible athletes in 2025. There’s no obligation to continue, and you’ll be notified of how many sessions are left once you register.

Unfortunately, at this time the program has been paused and will not be accepting new athletes. More information to come.

Leadership & Meeting Information

About the USATF Athletes' Commission

The USATF AC is a volunteer-led body committed to advocating for current and former athletes, improving transparency, equity, and athlete well-being in all areas of governance.

Leadership Team:

  • Chair - Jeré Summers-Hall
  • Vice Chair - Kendra Coleman
  • Director of Athlete Services - Kibwé Johnson
  • Secretary - Janelle Branch
  • Treasurer - Keturah Orji
  • USOPC AC Athlete Rep - Michelle Carter
  • World Athletics AC Rep - Jasmine Todd

Next Athlete Townhall

Date - June 16, 2025 (8 p.m.)

  • Zoom Link and agenda will be sent via email and posted here

Meeting Minutes Archive

Catch up on past meetings and decisions.

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  • Annual Meeting Funding Application
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