Our Impact
Over 6,000 kids equipped in five years.
Through El Tour Bikes for Change, over 6,000 kids received new bikes and helmets in the last five years. The Foundation’s goal is to equip 1,000 new young people annually.
$138M
Raised for nonprofits by El Tour riders since 1983
6,000+
Kids equipped with new bikes and helmets in five years
1,000
Annual goal for new young people equipped with bikes
Under 18
Riders under 18 enter El Tour de Tucson free
El Tour Bikes for Change
A bike, a helmet, and a path to keep riding
The goal is to equip 1,000 new young people each year in Tucson, Scottsdale, and Palm Springs, with an intentional focus on girls and underserved youth.
The pathway connects a first bike with skills and safety, free entry to El Tour de Tucson for riders under 18, continued participation, and opportunities in leadership, competition, or careers.
For nonprofits
Grant applications begin in mid-2027
The Foundation is not accepting grant applications yet. What to expect, and how to be notified when applications open, is on the grants page.