Shift Up Now Foundation sponsorship grant applications for the 2026 racing season—and a $1,000 karting scholarship provided by Loni Unser—are now open! Grants are provided to award opportunities for female racers with both the talent and aptitude to succeed in motorsports, giving them access to more competitive equipment, seat time for testing and practice, and resources to help grow their careers.

From now until 11:59pm EST on Friday, February 13th, female racers who meet the criteria listed on the application page are invited to apply for the foundation's sponsorship grants online HERE.

Applications for the $1,000 karting scholarship can be submitted HERE.

Race fans and supporters who want to get involved with the Shift Up Now mission can make a donation in any amount via the "Donate Here" button.

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Women in sport receive less than 10% of the global sports marketing sponsorship spend, which has created inequality and a lack of opportunity for women in many sports. In motorsport, where men and women can compete equally when afforded equal opportunities we see this funding disparity manifest with a lack of female athletes able to find the financial support.

The Shift Up Now Foundation assists female athletes in motorsport by supplying funding that allows access to better equipment and better resources, help further their careers with opportunities to rise to, and compete in, the highest echelons of motorsport.

We believe that with equal funding, and equal opportunities, we will see more women on the podium, and winning races, allowing them the ability to climb the motorsport ladder, and inspire the next generations of racers who will follow.

We’re working to drive change in our sport, and your donation will go directly to supporting our mission.

If you would prefer to send us a check, or would like more information, please contact us at foundation@shiftupnow.org

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