The Whale Foundation offers free, confidential counseling services to the Grand Canyon river guiding community. This program is open to current and former river guides (including science and Hualapai guides), as well as support staff at commercial private outfitters. Call 877-449-4253. Learn more…

This program is two-fold.

1. The Whitney Wellness Program offers health insurance stipends. It is open to any current or former professional Grand Canyon river guide who has health insurance. Learn more…

2. Health Fair - The annual Health Fair is held each year at the Guide Training Seminar in Marble Canyon and is free to the guiding community. It offers complimentary health screenings. Learn more…

This program offers complimentary financial advising to current and former guides. Learn more…

Whether it be a post-secondary degree or certification at an accredited educational institution, we want to support you! This scholarship supports the pursuit of knowledge, learning, innovation, and teaching for current and former guides. Learn more…

If you are a current guide looking for advise on how to transition or someone who would like to mentor a guide, learn more about this program.