Outride Grant Opportunities
Expanding access to cycling’s benefits and understanding its impact takes more than a single pathway. Outride’s three grant opportunities give communities the flexible support they need, whether they’re launching school cycling programs, strengthening existing initiatives, starting a new program for older adults, or contributing to research on how bicycling supports wellbeing. By offering multiple avenues of funding, we empower educators, nonprofits, local leaders, and researchers to build inclusive riding experiences while advancing the science of cycling’s effects on brain health. This approach helps us meet communities where they are and move closer to a world where everyone can experience the social, emotional, and cognitive benefits of riding.
1) Outride’s turnkey middle school cycling education program
RIDING FOR FOCUS (R4F) provides bikes, helmets, curriculum, professional development, and Outride staff support (no fiscal funding). A great opportunity for teachers, principals, and school districts in the United States and Canada looking to bring cycling into the classroom.
Application Cycle: October 27 - April 17th 2026
2) Providing funding to local nonprofits and schools
The COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT supports a wide range of cycling initiatives focused on youth or older adults, from rider education programs, racing and development teams, skills camps, and more through unrestricted funds ($5,000 - $15,000). Perfect for cycling organizations or Outride Riding for Focus schools seeking financial support.
Application Cycle: March 2 - April 30, 2026
3) Supporting collaborations between cycling organizations and researchers
The RESEARCH PARTNERSHIP GRANT awards funds ($5,000 - $15,000) supporting research collaborations focusing on exploring cycling’s impact on wellbeing for youth or older adults. Ideal for researchers and organizations passionate about advancing cycling research and its affects on brain health.
Application Cycle: March 2 - April 30, 2026