SCHOLARSHIPS FUND
Supporting women in the outdoors and furthering their outdoor education through mentorships and grants.
SUMMER APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED.
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Recipients will be announced May 17th
Support the
VNTR FUND
VNTRbirds unites women-identifying and non-binary outdoor athletes who are comfortable in femme-centered spaces to foster confidence and self-reliance in mountain biking, backcountry skiing, and split boarding.
Our approach emphasizes holistic, women-led learning, celebrating identities as outdoor athletes in an inclusive and enjoyable environment.
FEMME-CENTERED
SAFE LEARNING
We offer safe learning spaces, long-term mentorship, and community forums to promote diversity and growth in outdoor sports.
Support the Fund: Donate here to help us continue empowering more women and non-binary riders.
Support the VNTRbirds Scholarship Fund and help empower women and non-binary individuals in outdoor sports through mentorships, skills clinics, and financial grants. VNTRbirds is an outdoor education and adventure company based in Summit County, CO, offering workshops, clinics, and courses across the state.
This fund helps create safe, femme-centered spaces for mountain biking, backcountry skiing, and splitboarding—fostering confidence, self-reliance, and long-term community support. Your donation not only supports inclusive outdoor education, but 4% also goes directly to Friends of Dillon Ranger District, giving back to the public lands where we learn, ride, and grow together.
WE'RE ALSO THRILLED TO SHARE THAT VNTRBIRDS IS NOW ABLE TO ACCEPT 501(C)(3) DONATIONS THROUGH OUR FISCAL SPONSOR, FRIENDS OF THE DILLON RANGER DISTRICT!
SCHOLARSHIPS
VNTRbirds scholarships help foster a diverse community of mountain bikers, ensuring everyone can experience the thrill of the mountains safely and confidently.
Apply for a scholarship and take your skills to new heights!
We want to see more women-identifying and non-binary riders (who are comfortable in femme centered spaces) in leadership roles in the MTB industry! This mentorship is meant for aspiring mountain bike guides and educators. Work closely with instructors and learn the operational side of VNTRbirds. Shadow a VNTRbirds course and receive $300 towards a Wilderness First Responder, first aid or medical course OR MTB certification. $300 will be paid to the recipient with proof of completion.
We are offering one VNTRbirds 1-day or 2-day MTB clinic to the chosen recipient. Travel stipend for both gas, lodging and a high-end mountain bike rental if you don’t already have.* Scholarship is good for up to $750 for course, travel, lodging & bike rental.
VNTRbirds MTB clinic will be paid in the form of a coupon code at registration. Travel stipend will be paid by check to the winner with gas, rental & lodging receipts after the course.
We are excited to introduce the VNTRbirds Mountain Bike Scholarship, dedicated to empowering femme mountain bikers! One deserving recipient will receive:
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VNTRbirds 1 Day MTB Course: Acquire the essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the mountain bike terrain and trails confidently.
We are thrilled to present the YETI CYCLES Rider to Racer BIPOC Scholarship, designed specifically for advanced riders interested in joining the racing community! One deserving recipient will receive:
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Full 10 week Rider to Racer Program:
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2-Day Skills Clinic at Keystone Bike Park
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Strength and condition coaching with Shift Human Performance
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Nutrition coaching with Inner Wilder Nutrition
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Entry to VNTRbirds Rip Roaring Mini Enduro
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Optional ADD ON to Revolution Enduro race at Winter Park
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Custom Rider to Racer YETI jersey
We are proud to introduce the VNTRbirds BIPOC Scholarship, designed to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to begin or advance their mountain biking journey! Each deserving recipient will receive:
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VNTRbirds 1 Day MTB Course: Acquire the essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the mountain bike terrain and trails confidently.
