The International Mountain Bicycling Association is on a mission, “To create, enhance and protect great places to ride mountain bikes.” Their goal is to partner with 250 new communities in the U.S. by 2025 to develop accessible and diverse high quality trails.
Interested partners can apply for a Trail Accelerator Grant to receive assistance with planning their future trail. This is an in-kind grant with the IMBA providing an average of $5,000 – $30,000 in professional services with a required 1:1 match. Applications are open and will be accepted through August 31, 2023.
Eligibility
Applicant
This grant is open to:
- Local, state, and federal government agencies
- 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that actively manage parks and trails
- Mountain bike clubs and local IMBA partners with the financial and organizational capacity to manage the grant
Project
Potential projects include:
- Trails that serve mountain bikers as the primary users; multi-use trails for non-motorized traffic will also be considered
- Projects that substantially increase access to mountain biking trails and improve the experience
- Projects that lead to overall community benefits
- Projects that promote riding among youth and marginalized communities
Priorities
Priority will be given to projects that focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Examples include:
- Youth and/or women’s programs
- Trails for adaptive riders
- Projects for populations with health issues
- Projects for communities/populations that have limited to no trail access
Deliverables
Each project will be different based on the acreage involved, the difficulty of the terrain, permitting requirements, etc. Deliverables may include written reports and maps, but if chosen for a grant, the IMBA will work with you to define the exact scope and cost of the project.
