Trail Accelerator Grant
Trail Accelerator Grants provide a jump-start to communities that have the interest and political support to do this work, but need assistance to get projects up and running. Typical projects that receive a grant through this program include the planning of new trail systems and bike parks; feasibility studies to examine a wider area (such as a city or county) for trail development potential; assessments and expansions of older trail networks; and so on. Projects in the construction phase are not eligible for the Trail Accelerator Grant.
Organization
International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA)
Eligibility
Nonprofit Organization
Government and Tribes
Focus
Education
Planning
Related Resources
The Trek Foundation
The Trek Foundation
The Trek Foundation funds trail projects that help preserve land, are open to the public and free to use, and will be activated by the local community.
A.L.M. Charities & Gasser Construction
The Big Dig Community Service Project Grant Program
The Big Dig grant serves as a catalyst to enhance employee communities in select Wisconsin Counties through the completion of community service projects for children, families and bridging age gaps. Projects could include improvements to playgrounds, parks, trails and other outdoor recreation gathering places and more.
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Ready, Set, Go! Grant
The Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) grant program assists destinations in securing competitive sporting events that are not regularly held in Wisconsin and require an upfront financial commitment. The RSG fund has $110,000 per fiscal year available for matching grants.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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