AMTA Announces Call for Massage School Grant Applications funded by Massage Envy

Five $10,000 grants will be awarded to schools to help advance the massage therapy profession, bringing Massage Envy’s school donation total to $200,000 since collaborating with AMTA in the Fall of 2022.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. and EVANSTON, Ill., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), today announced a fifth round of massage school grants funded by Massage Envy, to support the future of the massage therapy profession. AMTA is the largest non-profit, professional association serving massage therapists, massage students and massage schools. Massage Envy is the nation’s No. 1 provider of massage in the U.S. collectively across its franchise network and a national leader in skincare.

“We’re thrilled to continue our relationship with AMTA for the new cycle of massage school grants,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy. “These grants allow schools to invest in important programs including student support, community engagement and campus development, creating a flourishing environment for future massage therapists.”

In October 2024, Massage Envy will fund five $10,000 grants to massage schools to help institutions attract, train and graduate future generations of highly qualified massage therapists. To apply for a grant, school administrators are encouraged to fill out an online application on AMTA’s website, detailing how a $10,000 grant would help support their school and students. Applications are open from September 15, 2024 to October 15, 2024.

“It is a privilege and honor to work with Massage Envy for this important grant program aimed at enhancing massage therapy education,” said Kim Kane-Santos, AMTA National President. “Investing in our schools is essential for developing new therapists who will bring positive changes to the industry.”

Massage Envy does not sponsor or administer the grant program, and Massage Envy is not affiliated with and does not endorse any massage school, including those receiving the grants. 

About Massage Envy
Massage Envy, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. For more information, visit www.massageenvy.com or follow us on Instagram, X and Facebook at @MassageEnvy.

About The American Massage Therapy Association
The American Massage Therapy Association, the most trusted name in massage therapy, is the largest non-profit, professional association serving massage therapists, massage students and massage schools. The association is directed by volunteer leadership and fosters ongoing, direct member-involvement through its 51 chapters. AMTA works to advance the profession through ethics and standards, the promotion of fair and consistent licensing of massage therapists in all states, and public education on the benefits of massage. To find a qualified massage therapist in your area, please visit AMTA’s Massage Therapist Locator Service.

SOURCE Massage Envy

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