For anyone who loves the thrill of hitting the trail, whether on dirt or snow, access depends on dedicated local groups keeping those paths open and safe. These volunteers put in countless hours, often with limited resources.

Recognizing their efforts, Polaris stepped up with huge support, announcing grants of over $120,000 in their Spring 2025 TRAILS GRANTS cycle.

This funding provides a welcome boost to off-road, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), and snowmobile clubs and organizations working directly on the ground across the United States.

The Polaris TRAILS GRANTS program has been a consistent source of aid for nearly two decades. Since the program’s start in 2006, it has invested over $3.5 million, helping more than 425 organizations.

Preserving The Trails That We All Share

The program’s mission centers on creating responsible riding, preserving the places where people love to ride, and protecting natural resources.

Twice each year, these grants deliver funds directly supporting everything from building new trails to maintaining existing ones and running safety education programs. Reid Wilson, President of Off-Road Vehicles at Polaris, highlighted the importance of the groups receiving grants.

“Local riding clubs and organizations are the heart of the riding community,” Wilson stated, noting that many volunteers use their own time and resources to trailwork and promote responsible riding. “We are proud to support their efforts so riders of all types can continue to create memories outdoors with family and friends.”

Recipients shared what the support means for their specific projects. Ben Hughey, Executive Director of Sitka Trail Works in Alaska, explained, “Support from Polaris is a huge help as we work to maintain off-highway vehicle access in the rugged rainforest of Southeast Alaska.” He sees renovating their multi-use system as a way to allow more residents and visitors to enjoy the outer coast.

TRAILS GRANTS Supports Projects All Across The Country

This grant cycle supports diverse projects, from repairing fire-damaged trails in California mountains to building a safety shelter on a Minnesota snowmobile trail, creating new paths from old railway lines in Pennsylvania, and funding a summit on managing riding areas in sand dunes.

The TRAILS GRANTS program shows a long-term investment in the places where riders find adventure. Organizations interested in future funding can find details for the fall 2025 grant application on the Polaris website.

The dedication of local trail groups, backed by support programs like this, keeps our favorite riding spots open and ready. It’s a partnership that benefits every rider looking to make their next outdoor memory.

Spring 2025 TRAILS GRANTS Recipients

The following 13 organizations were named Spring 2025 TRAILS GRANTS recipients and received awards up to $10,000 each.

• Sitka Trail Works (Sitka, Alaska): Help rehabilitate trails and repair bridges to maintain safe and enjoyable public access.
• Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship (Quincy, California): Aid in fire recovery along the Mt. Hough Trail and connecting routes.
• Sawtooth Society Inc. (Hailey, Idaho): Help preserve, protect, and enhance trails within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
• International Voyagers Snowmobile Club (International Falls, Minnesota): Build an enclosed shelter along a sharp corner of trail to help prevent accidents and promote safe riding while providing a warm gathering place for riders.
• Central Lakes ATV Club (Nisswa, Minnesota): Build a storage trailer to hold equipment needed for ATV youth safety training events.
• Partnership for Youth Inc. (St. Louis, Missouri): Help with trail maintenance to improve access and reduce erosion.
• National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (Vaughn, Montana): Help fund a Sand Dune Training Summit to bring together multiple groups from across the country to discuss best practices around OHV recreation on sand dunes.
• Heart of Oregon Corps, Inc. (Bend, Oregon): Help support the Central Oregon Youth Conservation Corps as they complete conservation projects to maintain 20 miles of trails.
• Pennsylvania Off Highway Vehicle Association (Galeton, Pennsylvania): Help promote best practices for safe riding and trail stewardship.
• Piney Rail Riders (Strattanville, Pennsylvania): Purchase equipment to build and maintain almost 24 miles of new trails created from a former railway line.
• Southern Trail Advocates and Riders (Huger, South Carolina): Help with trail maintenances and creation of additional signage to promote trail etiquette and responsible riding among multiple user types.
• Upper Vally Snow Packers (Fairlee, Vermont): Help repair and rebuild trail for safer snowmobile and ATV use.
• Washington State Department of Natural Resources (Olympia, Washington): Help repair trails and support future maintenance within the Walker Vally ORV area.