Yamaha Motorsports U.S.A. established the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative in 2008 to support land access for outdoor recreation. They accept applications on a quarterly basis for projects that educate on the safe use of off-highway vehicles (OHVs), promote proper use of land for recreation and wildlife preservations, and preserve sustainable access to public land.
Award amounts will be determined by the number of applications received, the quality of the application, the impact of the proposed project, and the applicant’s need. Organizations are limited to one Outdoor Access grant per year.
The final application deadline for 2023 is December 15.
Eligibility
This grant is open to:
- 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations
- Local and state government entities
- Land conservation groups
- Outdoor recreation clubs.
Allowable Expenses
Grant funds may be used for activities such as:
- Trail, development, maintenance, and restoration
- Trail signage
- Trail mapping
- Fencing, bridges, etc. to protect environmentally sensitive areas
- Wildlife habitat maintenance
- Safety education programs
Funds may not be used to purchase Yamaha vehicles.
Requests for the following will be considered, but given lower priority.
- Staff salaries
- Facilities that do not increase OHV access
- Heavy equipment
- Political lobbying
Application Requirements
All applications must include:
- Documentation of tax exempt status from the relevant government agency
- A letter of endorsement from the local Yamaha dealer
- A copy of the previous year’s tax return or a pro forma financial statement (government agencies are exempted)
- “Where to Ride” information for your area including a list of trails with any seasonal or other restrictions and maps or illustrations
Government agencies are also required to include a Letter of Support from a senior executive or elected official.
Applicants who intend to use Outdoor Access funds as a match for another grant must explain how this award will be spent in the larger context of the project.
