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Wyatt Weisel Travel & Training Grant

USA CYCLING INC

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Cycling Grants

Funding Amount

Domestic: Up to $1,000; International: Up to $2,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Wyatt Weisel Travel & Training Grant

Overview: Need-based grant designed to support the future of American cycling by alleviating financial burden associated with USA Cycling invitations and training opportunities.

Eligibility:

  • Athlete must be seeking financial support to attend USA Cycling trip/event or training agreed to with USA Cycling Sport Performance team

  • Minimum age: 15 years old

  • Must be seeking support for Olympic or Paralympic discipline participation

  • Athletes may receive no more than two grants per calendar year
  • Award Amounts:

  • Domestic travel: Up to $1,000

  • International travel: Up to $2,000
  • Eligible Use of Funds:

  • Funds must be used strictly for stated purposes in application

  • Applicants must provide screenshots/copies of specific costs (flights, accommodation, etc.)
  • Application Timeline:

  • Applications accepted year-round

  • Applications only via online portal
  • Review Process:

  • Three-person panel: USA Cycling Foundation, Sport Performance team, third USA Cycling staff member

  • Applicants notified within 30 days of application

  • Grants awarded based on fund availability
  • Background: Memorial fund honoring Wyatt Weisel (1965-2017), who was a great friend and member of the USA Cycling community. Wyatt passed away after a long battle with lupus. He was an accomplished bike racer, 2008 Masters Team Pursuit National Champion, and served as Chairman of the Northern California Cycling Foundation for 11 years, mentoring 48 junior athletes and helping produce 34 National Championships.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Access Application: Submit via online portal only
    2. Specify Funds: Detail what funds are being requested for
    3. Provide Documentation: Include screenshots and/or copies of specific costs:
    - Flights
    - Accommodation
    - Other relevant expenses
    4. Timeline: Applications accepted year-round
    5. Notification: Applicants notified within 30 days of submission

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    cycling

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