At VMBA, we strive to direct the vast majority – typically 90% or more – of membership revenue to our Chapters, both in direct support for their projects & operations and in backend administrative support & services. The additional resources necessary to run our central office operations and staff comes from fundraisers, sponsorships, and grants. As a non-profit, one of the most critical efforts to keep the office running smoothly – and membership dollars going directly towards the trails we all love – is through individual donations.

We are proud of the organization we have all helped create, much of which is possible thanks to the generosity of individual donors, and we look forward to what the future holds for outdoor recreation in Vermont.

What does your donation help support? 

• All our efforts to protect, assist, and show our appreciation to private landowners, who host over 70% of Vermont’s mountain bike trails 
• Our campaigns help educate trail users, both new and experienced, on how to be good stewards of our trail systems 
• Our engagement with the outdoor-minded business community to elevate the value of volunteerism and support the recreational assets that help make Vermont a wonderful place to run a business 
• Our advocacy work throughout the state helps guide regulations and embed mountain biking as an essential component of our working landscape 
• And, perhaps most importantly, our efforts to engage nearly 10,000 members throughout the state and help create unparalleled recreational experiences 
• In short, a lot!

We have a set of suggested donation levels below if you need help with how much to give. As always, you are welcome to donate whatever amount you like, and donations in each of the tiers below will receive one or more special thank-you gift(s) to show our gratitude for your support. 

• Become a Buddy with a gift of $100 and receive a special edition VMBA Sticker & Thank You Card
• Join the Crew with a donation of $250, and we’ll also send you a small gift to show our appreciation
• When you give $500, you’ll step up to the Squad and have the opportunity to join us at our VMBA Season Celebration with our Staff, Board, and significant community partners
• Give as a Guide at the $1000 level, and you can expect to receive some special VMBA gear at the end of the year
• Go big with a gift of $2000 or more as a Trail Steward, and you’ll receive all of the above PLUS a super-secret, exceptional surprise gift at the end of the season. 

But most importantly, we immensely appreciate any support you can give today. VMBA has become the organization it is today thanks to the personal investment of thousands of our members, both in time & energy as volunteers and financially as Supporters. Every donation matters.