How much funding does Steve Tilford Memorial Grant provide?

Steve Tilford Memorial Grant provides Up to $1,500 per recipient (4 clubs selected) in funding.

When is the deadline for Steve Tilford Memorial Grant?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around August.

How often is Steve Tilford Memorial Grant offered?

Steve Tilford Memorial Grant runs on a every two years cycle. The next deadline is expected August 22, 2027.

Steve Tilford Memorial Grant

USA Cycling Inc

Foundation Biennial Grants for Youth Sports Cycling Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $1,500 per recipient (4 clubs selected)

Deadline

Expected ~August

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Every two years
Current deadline: August 22, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: August

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Required status

Tax-exempt status

Other requirements

Prospective or current USA Cycling Club/Team members
Operate USA Cycling club, team, or program with specific purpose of developing Junior-level athletes
Successful operational history of at least two years
Support complete athlete pathway: Junior and development-level programs progressing toward U23 and elite-level programs

Overview

Honors legacy of Steve Tilford, legendary bike racer and advocate for clean sport. Supports Junior development clubs/teams that excel in fostering young cyclists while emphasizing sports integrity and clean performances. Two-year grant cycle.

Award Details:

Four (4) Junior clubs selected
Up to $1,500 per recipient
Two-year cycle

Eligibility - Club/Team Requirements:

Prospective or current USA Cycling Club/Team members
Operate USA Cycling club, team, or program with specific purpose of developing Junior-level athletes
Successful operational history of at least two years
Support complete athlete pathway: Junior and development-level programs progressing toward U23 and elite-level programs
Serve licensed Junior athletes (racing age 11-18)
Have current USA Cycling registered coach on membership and/or staff roster
Hold at least Bronze-level recognition with Safe Sport Club Recognition Program (renewed for 2025)
Licensed club or team in good standing with USA Cycling
Tax-exempt, registered non-profit organization

Selection Criteria:

Excellence in development of young cyclists
Emphasis on sports integrity
Promotion of clean and healthy performances
Quantified results demonstrating success

Important Dates (2027 Cycle):

Applications Open: Monday, August 4, 2027
Applications Close: Friday, August 22, 2027
Grant Recipients Announced: Friday, September 5, 2027

Review Process:

Panel members review and grade independently
Median score (from all panel members) = final score
Tie-breakers determined by score of select questions

About Steve Tilford:
Legendary bike racer (professional 1986+), four-time USA Cycling Cyclocross National Champion, represented USA three times at UCI World Road Championships, seven-time UCI Masters World Champion (5x Mountain Bike, 2x Cyclocross), inducted Mountain Bike Hall of Fame (2000) and U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame (2023). Outspoken advocate for clean and equitable competition, opposed doping and believed it undermined sport integrity.

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Period:
- Opens: Monday, August 4, 2027
- Closes: Friday, August 22, 2027
Submission: Via online application portal
Review Process:
- Each panel member reviews and grades independently
- Median score from all reviewers = final score
- Tie-breakers determined by select question scores
Timeline:
- Applications Close: August 22, 2027
- Grant Recipients Announced: September 5, 2027
Questions: Submit request with "Tilford Memorial Grant" in subject line to USA Cycling Foundation
Selection: Four (4) Junior clubs will be selected for up to $1,500 each