Yamaha Continues To Give Back With Additional $8 Million In Grants

The Q2 funding that just came through puts the ticker past $8 million, which isn't exactly chump change in the world of powersports, especially when so much of it relies on infusions of cash like this to stay alive. Since 2008, Yamaha's OAI has helped over 550 projects. Again, Yamaha has a vested interest in keeping off-road and outdoors communities happy, but this goes above and beyond.

Recipients of the grants this time around include the National Museum of Forest Service History (Missoula, Montana), Foundation for America’s Public Lands, Trash Dogs AZ Inc., Colorado 500 Charities Fund (Vickery Motorsports), Cullman County Commission (Recreation & Performance Motorsports), Friends of Positional Projects (Coyne Powersports of Banning), Desert Region Fire Safe (Palm Springs Motorsports), National Museum of Forest Service History (Maverick Motorsports), Owyhee Motorcycle Club (Dennis Dillon Powersports), Pend Oreille County Parks & Recreation Department (AllSport), and Rocky Mountain Sport Riders (Silverthorne Powersports). The financial efforts are being put towards things like trail maintenance and cleanup, fire prevention, and so on.

“The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative reflects our long-standing commitment to protecting access and promoting responsible recreation across America’s public lands,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha Motorsports marketing director. “Crossing the $8 million milestone underscores the tremendous impact made possible by our dealer partners, riding communities, and land stewardship organizations. Each project we support strengthens opportunities for future generations to enjoy safe, sustainable outdoor adventures.”

Applications are still open for the Q3 funding, and interested parties can submit their request to be a part of the program through September 30 via yamahaoai.com.