Polaris and the National Forest Foundation Announce Recipients of the 2026 Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation Grants
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Polaris (NYSE:PII) and the National Forest Foundation announced 2026 recipients of the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation grants and confirmed the fund is now fully endowed. Established through a $5 million commitment, it will provide long-term annual support for OHV trail access, safety, maintenance, and conservation.
For 2026, nearly $200,000 will fund seven projects across National Forests in Arizona, Colorado, Michigan, New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Vermont, addressing trail restoration, erosion control, signage, safety, and responsible riding education for OHV and snowmobile users.
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
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| Jun 22 | Board appointment | Neutral | -3.6% | New independent director added, joining audit and compensation committees. |
| Jun 09 | Racing performance | Neutral | +3.2% | Polaris RZR racers swept the Baja 500 UTV overall podium positions. |
| Jun 01 | OHV grant program | Neutral | -4.0% | New OHV grant program with matched funding to improve BLM recreation areas. |
| May 27 | Dealer agreement | Neutral | +0.8% | Exclusive Bennington pontoon dealership awarded for Collier County, Florida. |
| May 21 | ESG report | Neutral | +5.1% | Geared For Good report detailed environmental, product, and community initiatives. |
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Permanent endowment now fully established, securing long‑term stewardship and continued outdoor recreation access across America's National Forests
Established through a
"Our relationship with the National Forest Foundation is rooted in a shared commitment to investing in the future of American outdoor recreation and caring for the places that make it possible," said Jess Rogers, Vice President of Communications and Community Giving at Polaris. "With the endowment now fully funded, we're proud to not only announce the 2026 projects, but to extend this commitment well beyond today—supporting trail stewardship, access improvements, and responsible recreation so future generations of riders can continue to create memories outdoors."
2026 Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation Grant Recipients
This year, nearly
- Sedona Forest Road Speed Pilot Project – Coconino National Forest,
Arizona : Installation of speed-limit and radar signage along a popular OHV route to improve safety and promote responsible riding practices. - Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area Snowmobile Support – White River National Forest,
Colorado : Donation of a snowmobile and equipment to supportU.S . Forest Service winter patrols, helping manage rider safety, enforce designated use areas, and protect sensitive wildlife habitat. - Tenderfoot Mountain Trail Maintenance – White River National Forest,
Colorado : Volunteer crews will complete tread repair and corridor clearing on a popular multi-use trail to improve safety and long-term sustainability for motorized and non-motorized users. - Cadillac ORV Scenic Ride Sustainability Project – Huron-Manistee National Forests,
Michigan : Maintenance and trailhead improvements to support a shared off-road vehicle (ORV) and snowmobile route and improve the year-round visitor experience. - Corridor 19 Improvements – White Mountain National Forest,
New Hampshire : Drainage and trail surface improvements along approximately four miles of a key snowmobile corridor to enhance safety and long‑term maintenance, while supporting early‑season grooming operations. - Wayehutta OHV Trail System Improvements – Nantahala National Forest,
Tennessee : Trail restoration and erosion-control work to repair Hurricane Helene-related damage, improve drainage, and restore safe public access. - Sucker Pond Trail Relocation – Green Mountain National Forest,
Vermont : Relocation of a portion of the trail to protect wetlands and local water resources while improving rider safety and trail connectivity.
"Polaris has been a steadfast champion of our National Forests," said Dieter Fenkart Froeschl, President and CEO of the National Forest Foundation. "By creating a source of lasting annual support, Polaris empowers us to strengthen recreation opportunities and uplift the communities who find adventure and connection in these treasured places."
The endowment issued its first grant in 2022. Since then, Polaris and the NFF have supported ten on‑the‑ground projects across eight National Forests.
To learn more about the Polaris and NFF partnership please visit https://www.polaris.com/en-us/national-forest-foundation-partnership/.
ABOUT POLARIS
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) has been defining and redefining outdoor adventure since 1954. Polaris delivers industry-shaping off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, military, quadricycles, and commercial transportation vehicles, along with an expansive portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Its lineup includes some of the most iconic brands in powersports including the RANGER, RZR, Polaris XPEDITION,
About the National Forest Foundation
The National Forest Foundation is the official nonprofit partner of the US Forest Service. The NFF is national in scale and local in practice, with work focused in three vital areas: wildfire risk reduction, land and watershed restoration, and recreation for all. As a leader in forest conservation, the Foundation deploys
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