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SKATE GRANTS FOR FIGURE SKATERS
Learn about available equipment support opportunities for figure skaters and figure skating clubs offered by Road to Gold Gives Back
APPLY BY OCTOBER 31, 2025
Grant Availability
Road to Gold Gives Back, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is dedicated to removing obstacles that hinder the involvement of clubs and athletes in figure skating. Our overarching mission is to promote inclusivity and enhance accessibility within the sport through the provision of crucial support.
Road to Gold Gives Back (R2GGB) allocates funds and equipment to the R2GGB Grant Program, dedicated to offering assistance for the training requirements of figure skaters aged 18 and below. Priority is given to grants benefiting individuals or figure skating clubs in underserved communities. Allocations are not determined by skill level or competitive background.
The grants provide youth athletes (those under 18 years of age) with equipment that may be used for a variety of training needs.
We currently have two pairs of Aura SKY50 boots available, along with blades, which will be provided free of charge from Aura Skates and MK John Wilson blades .The only potential expenses are retailer services such as fitting, heat-fitting, mounting, or sharpening. The Aura SKY50 is an excellent choice for skaters developing their skills, especially those working on single axels and double jumps making it a great fit for many athletes.
Grant Eligibility
In order to qualify for a grant, a figure skater must:
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Showcase equipment need in the application
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Obtain a letter(s) of recommendation from a coach, skating official, club board member or facility management who is familiar with the family. The letter should outline the equipment need, athletes skating level and training schedule as well as what the stipend would be used for and should highlight any special information that will be helpful in determining need. Letters should be included with the application.
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Provide a signed copy of the most recently filed Federal tax return that specifically lists the individual benefiting from the grant. If a federal tax return was not required to be filed, please include a signed statement with explaination. Please note, in order to apply the child must be listed as a dependent on your most recently filed IRS 1040.
Grant Application Process
To apply for equipment, please complete the online grant application form below. Applications will not be accepted without letter(s) of recommendation. Feel free to include any special circumstances on covered in the application.
Once your application has been received it will be reviewed by the board of directors of Road to Gold Gives Back. Grant applications must be received by October 31,2025. If your request is accepted we will contact you via email for further information.
Grant disbursements will be facilitated through direct bill payments to approved skate shop or skate technicion, ensuring seamless financial support for eligible grant recipients.
All payments will be made directly from R2GGB to the requested vendor.
Recommendation Letter Guidelines:
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Must be written by a coach, skating official, club board member or facility management who is familiar with the family.
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Must have been written within 3 months of request
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Must be emailed with the grant application
If a grant is accepted, we request that recipients send a note &/or photo depicting skate fitting process. These notes and photos are a very important part of our process and allow us to show donors how the funds are used.
Please email any questions to : road2goldgivesback@gmail.com