Backcountry Discovery Routes
Since 2010, Backcountry Discovery Routes has inspired thousands of people - seasoned adventure riders and those new to the sport - to take advantage of the riding opportunities available in the united states on public lands. The organization's work includes promoting rider education and safety campaigns, driving a positive economic impact to rural communities, and encouraging responsible motorcycle travel in the backcountry.
Backcountry Discovery Routes at a glance
In short: Backcountry Discovery Routes gave $25K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $25K), mostly in Virginia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $25,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $25,000
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $1,634,726
- +23.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Virginia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Backcountry Discovery Routes
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Backcountry Discovery Routes
Who Backcountry Discovery Routes funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Damanscus Strong Fund ($25K).
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 4 grants of 4 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How Backcountry Discovery Routes gives
- Giving grew 355% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2022) to $25K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $25K.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Damanscus Strong Fund Damascus, VA | To support recovery efforts following tropical storm helene, funds will be used to repair roads and bridges, restore essential trail systems, and rebuild downtown infrastructure critical to tourism and community well-being. | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,634,726 | $1,280,598 | $1,070,519 | $25,000 | 1 | $51,782 |
| 2023 | $1,327,810 | $1,172,101 | $884,080 | — | — | $25,266 |
| 2022 | $1,060,806 | $768,821 | $721,154 | $5,000 | Total only | $9,117 |
| 2021 | $960,578 | $785,458 | $416,231 | $5,500 | 1 | — |
| 2020 | $613,051 | $734,196 | $399,541 | $17,500 | 2 | — |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About Backcountry Discovery Routes
Based on IRS filings
Backcountry Discovery Routes is a public charity focused on Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief, based in Seattle, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $25K. Net investment income was $52K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Backcountry Discovery Routes is led by Inna Thorn, Executive Director & Vice Pr since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 9 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Inna Thorn
Executive Director & Vice Pr
Secretary & Executive Director → Executive Director & Vice President, 2022
Executive Director & Vice President → Executive Director & Vice Pr, 2024
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
$65K (2020) → $108K (2024)
Tim James
President
Board Member → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bryce Stevens
Board Member & Routes Development Director
Board Member → Board Member & Routes Development Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
25 hrs/week
$55K (2024)
Bill Whitacre
Board Member
Treasurer → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Guillien
Treasurer
President → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ron West
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Myers
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jocelin Snow
Board Member & Secretary
Board Member → Board Member & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kirk Lakeman
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $108K, to Inna Thorn (Executive Director/Vice PR). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Backcountry Discovery Routes
How much does Backcountry Discovery Routes give each year?
Backcountry Discovery Routes gave $25K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Backcountry Discovery Routes?
Backcountry Discovery Routes reported $1.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.3M.
What is Backcountry Discovery Routes?
Backcountry Discovery Routes is a public charity focused on Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief, based in Seattle, WA. It holds $1.6M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Backcountry Discovery Routes operate?
Backcountry Discovery Routes has awarded grants in California, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Virginia.
What is Backcountry Discovery Routes's EIN?
Backcountry Discovery Routes's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-2440958. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 7, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 9, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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