2026 Donation Drive - Grow the Cycling Community

Use of Funds

The requested support of $65,000 will directly support:

• 100 scholarships for Ride Leader, Level 1, and Level 2 certifications

• Training materials, including manuals, skill videos, and educational tools

• Adaptive training support, including aMTB resources and partnerships

• Instructor development, including hands-on training and mentorship

• Outreach efforts that amplify the impact of scholarship recipients and help recruit a broader, more diverse instructor base

While membership dues cover the organization's core operations, scholarship expansion and increased community access rely on external funding. This investment will allow BICP to reach more riders, broaden leadership representation, and strengthen cycling communities nationally and globally.

Organizational Capacity

With a dedicated staff, a global network of certified skills trainers, and a proven curriculum recognized across the cycling industry, BICP has the infrastructure and expertise necessary to scale its scholarship program responsibly. Our member-driven model ensures financial sustainability, while our partnerships with trail organizations, schools, adaptive programs, and community groups provide certified leaders with the resources and support needed to make a lasting impact.

Conclusion

The Bike Instructor Certification Program is transforming cycling leadership by empowering individuals from all backgrounds to become certified instructors, role models, and community change-makers. By supporting our 2026 Scholarship Program, funders can help expand access, elevate diversity, and build a safer, more inclusive cycling community.

Your investment will increase the number of scholarship recipients from 33 to 100 new leaders, strengthening representation, advancing equity, and opening doors for riders who have historically faced barriers to professional certification. With your support, BICP will continue to grow as a self-funded, membership-driven organization while ensuring that every aspiring leader—regardless of identity, ability, or financial means—has the opportunity to thrive.