Rugged Ridge Trail Access logo on black.

Trail Access Program

Recipient Guidelines

With a lofty ambition to steward the great North American trail system into the future, RealTruck is excited to announce a shift to an internal selection process for our 2025 grants. As part of this change, our team will carefully evaluate and select four partners who meet the following criteria:

  • Shares a mission to protect, conserve and maintain unpaved, motorized/non-motorized trails for recreational use 

  • Pursues land stewardship education on a regular basis 

  • Seeks to build trust with all types of trail users, motorized and human-powered 

  • Prioritizes safe and responsible practices in the backcountry 

  • Champions environmental ethics and projects related to the preservation of natural habitats, nature preserves, greenways, and public parks 

Trail access sign for Rugged Ridge Trail Access Program in a wooded area.

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Grant funds must be used for one of the purposes listed above or as otherwise approved by RealTruck in making the grant. 

  • Standard tax reporting forms (W-9, W8 BEN) and a "New Vendor" form will be sent to awardees for completion prior to the release of grant funds. 

  • Only 1, $5,000 (USD) grant will be awarded to any given organization per year. The maximum grant amount per organization will be $5,000 USD, determined by the specific needs and size of the project. 

Terms and Conditions

  • A lump-sum payment of $5,000 will be made directly to the grantee for the agreed-upon project. In certain instances, post-project receipts documenting expenses may be required by RealTruck.

  • RealTruck will not provide grants or reimbursement for the following items, which include but are not limited to: alcoholic beverages, travel expenses, labor costs, event insurance, or any other expenses considered beyond the scope of the grant.

  • By accepting the grant, grantees consent to the publication of their project details, images, and results through RealTruck’s platforms.

  • We may condition grants to require that a RealTruck or Rugged Ridge banner or other similar materials be displayed during a project, if applicable.