Polaris and the National Forest Foundation Announce Recipients of the 2026 Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation Grants

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.

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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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Key Figures

Endowment commitment: $5 million 2026 grant funding: nearly $200,000 2026 initiatives count: 7 initiatives +3 more

Endowment commitment

$5 million

Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation established in 2021

2026 grant funding

nearly $200,000

Supports 2026 Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation initiatives

2026 initiatives count

7 initiatives

Projects across multiple National Forests in six states

First grant year

2022

Endowment issued its first grant in 2022

Total projects supported

10 projects

On-the-ground projects funded since 2022

National Forests reached

8 National Forests

Total National Forests supported since first grants

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Key Terms

endowment, off-highway vehicle (ohv)

2 terms

endowment financial

"Permanent endowment now fully established, securing long‑term stewardship"

An endowment is a large sum of money or assets donated to an institution and invested to produce ongoing income while preserving the original gift. It matters to investors because endowments act like long-term investors themselves—providing steady financial support, influencing investment markets through their buying and selling, and signaling an institution’s financial strength and risk appetite, much as a planted seed continues to produce fruit over many seasons.

off-highway vehicle (ohv) technical

"advance off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation access, trail stewardship"

An off-highway vehicle (OHV) is a motorized vehicle built primarily for use away from public roads—examples include all-terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, snowmobiles and utility terrain vehicles—designed for trails, fields or private land rather than street driving. Investors watch OHV markets because sales, spare parts, and related services link to consumer leisure spending and regulation; access rules, safety standards and seasonal demand can quickly shift revenue for manufacturers, dealers and outdoor recreation businesses, much like weather shifts demand for seasonal sports.

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Permanent endowment now fully established, securing long‑term stewardship and continued outdoor recreation access across America's National Forests

MINNEAPOLIS, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Polaris Inc. (NYSE:PII), a global leader in powersports, in partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) announced the 2026 recipients of the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation Grants. The announcement also marks a major milestone in the partnership—the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation is now fully endowed, securing long-term support for outdoor recreation. This achievement provides ongoing, sustainable funding to advance off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation access, trail stewardship, responsible riding education, and conservation efforts across America's National Forests and surrounding land.

Established through a $5 million commitment announced in 2021, the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation supports annual grants that improve OHV trail systems, restore recreation infrastructure, enhance signage, and help promote safe and enjoyable riding experiences. With the endowment now fully established, this support will continue for generations to come.

"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 $200,000 in funding will support seven initiatives across multiple National Forests located in Arizona, Colorado, Michigan, New Hampshire, Tennessee and Vermont to help address trail maintenance, safety, sustainability, and responsible riding education for both OHV and snowmobile users. Projects selected for 2026 include:

• 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 support U.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, Bennington pontoons, Slingshot, and more. Headquartered in Minnesota and serving customers in nearly 100 countries, Polaris continues to set the standard for performance, quality, and unmatched service. Explore more at www.polaris.com.

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 90% of its expenses towards projects and programs across the country's 193-million-acre National Forest System. Learn more at www.nationalforests.org

 

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What is the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation and how large is it for PII investors?

The Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation is a fully endowed program based on a $5 million commitment from Polaris. According to Polaris, it finances annual grants that support OHV trail access, safety, maintenance, signage, and conservation across America’s National Forests.

How much grant funding will Polaris (NYSE:PII) provide through the 2026 outdoor recreation awards?

For 2026, Polaris and the National Forest Foundation will direct nearly $200,000 to seven recreation projects. According to Polaris, these grants support trail maintenance, safety, sustainability, and responsible riding education for OHV and snowmobile users in multiple National Forests.

Which 2026 National Forest projects are funded by Polaris (PII) outdoor recreation grants?

The 2026 grants fund seven initiatives in Arizona, Colorado, Michigan, New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Vermont. According to Polaris, projects include speed and radar signage, snowmobile support for patrols, trail maintenance, erosion control, drainage work, and trail relocation to protect wetlands and water resources.

When did the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation start issuing grants for PII community initiatives?

The Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation issued its first grant in 2022. According to Polaris, since then the partnership with the National Forest Foundation has supported ten on-the-ground projects across eight National Forests, with ongoing annual funding now secured through the fully established endowment.

How does the fully endowed Polaris Fund support long-term OHV trail access and safety?

By being fully endowed, the Polaris Fund now offers ongoing, sustainable funding for outdoor recreation projects. According to Polaris, this structure secures long-term support for OHV trail access, stewardship, safety infrastructure, and responsible riding education across America’s National Forests and surrounding lands.

What impact do Polaris (PII) 2026 recreation grants have on snowmobile riders?

The 2026 grants include several snowmobile-focused improvements in Colorado, Michigan, and New Hampshire. According to Polaris, funded work covers snowmobile patrol support, shared ORV-snowmobile trail maintenance, and key corridor drainage and surface upgrades to enhance safety, grooming, and long-term trail sustainability.