Investing in the Heart of Oregon
At Cycle Oregon, we’ve always believed that the miles we ride are only half the story. The other half is written in the towns that welcome us, the scenic byways that inspire us and the local leaders who work tirelessly to make Oregon a better place to live and ride.
As Steve Schulz, Executive Director of Cycle Oregon, puts it:
“Serving the people and places of Oregon is what Cycle Oregon was built upon. The Cycle Oregon Fund has helped to support long lasting positive impact throughout Oregon for three decades. In a time when resources are difficult to come by, we do our small part to make lives better. By investing in projects that strengthen communities, promote health and wellness and provide access to resources we are working to support a stronger, and more vibrant Oregon.”
To date, the Cycle Oregon Fund has awarded 397 grants totaling $3.6M in awards. This year, we are proud to add eight more impactful projects to that legacy.
2025 Grant Highlights: Building the Next Generation
From the high desert to the valley, this year’s recipients are focusing on youth education, community equity, and world-class trail infrastructure.
Youth Skills & Safety
- Building Healthy Families (Wallowa County): Supporting the 4th annual Bicycle Rodeo, providing hands-on active learning and bike handling skills for rural families.
- Salem-Keizer Safe Routes to School: Expanding their reach with new bicycles, helmets, and trailers to provide safety education for elementary students and community events.
- Glide Program Revitalization: Starting them young! This grant funds a fleet of balance bikes and helmets for the Little Loggers Playschool, ensuring early access to the joy of riding.
Access & Equity
- Latino Network: Through the Bici-Bikes program, this initiative provides the Latine community with direct access to bicycles, culturally specific instruction, and community-building group rides.
- Grand Ronde Gravity (La Grande): Funding a new storage container for the BMX Library and a fleet of a dozen bikes available for youth to use free of charge.
- Shift Community Cycles: Supporting summer camp programming that brings mechanics and safety education to life for 45 kids in a single month.
Destination Trails & Parks
- The Salmonberry Trail Foundation: Continuing our long-term partnership by supporting the Community Engagement Coordinator. This role is the “glue” that connects volunteers, landowners, and the public along this historic corridor.
- Central Oregon Trail Alliance (Sisters): Reimagining Bike Park 242 as a next-generation facility with permanent take-off ramps designed for skills progression and inclusivity.
The Big Picture: $3.6 Million and Counting
Every registration, every donation, and every pedal stroke contributes to this impact. We don’t just pass through communities, we connect them. Read more in our 2025 Annual Report.
Current Impact at a Glance:
- Total Grants Awarded: 397
- Total Financial Impact: $3,600,000
Ride With Us
Your participation in our events is part of what fuels these grants. Check out our 2026 Event Calendar to see where we’re headed next, or consider making a direct donation to the Cycle Oregon Foundation.