special blend gravel CAMP bipoc scholarship, powered by she sends foundation
Empowering BIPOC Riders to Build Confidence, Community, and Belonging in Gravel Cycling
Please submit your application by August 10th
Recipients will be notified by August 15th.
ABOUT the bipoc scholarship
In partnership with the She Sends Foundation, Special Blend Gravel is excited to offer four scholarships to BIPOC women, women-identifying, and non-binary cyclists to attend our Fall 2025 gravel cycling camp in McKenzie Bridge, Oregon.
This scholarship is intended to open doors and help BIPOC femmes to thrive in the pursuit of gravel cycling at all levels of the sport.
We have seen the registration of femmes rise at gravel events, but the percentage of those coming from the BIPOC community is still very low. This scholarship aims to provide opportunities for those who want to help change the landscape and future of gravel riding and racing. The goal is to increase access and to create spaces of connection and belonging, making the gravel cycling community more welcoming, diverse, and inclusive.
Special Blend Gravel Fall Camp will be held September 25–28, 2025, and brings together inspiring, driven women, world-class coaches, and the forest roads of the Cascade Mountains to encourage riders to challenge themselves in a supportive and safe environment to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence both on and off the bike.
WHAT the scholarship includes
3.5 days of riding, food, community, and coaching
World-class gravel routes, complete aid stations
Small group sizes with awesome professional coaches
Shared lodging at Horse Creek Lodge - Tamolitch or Koosah Cabin.
Recipients will be responsible for travel to and from camp, and cycling equipment (bike, helmet, shoes, etc) unless otherwise arranged.
Pre-camp virtual Q&A with Special Blend Gravel Coaches to answer questions and help with camp preparations.
Scholarship eliGIBILity requirements
Be able to attend all 3.5 days of the event (Sep. 25-28, 2025)
Identify as a Black, Indigenous, or Woman of Color, including Trans Women of Color, nonbinary and genderqueer folk comfortable in women-centered spaces.
Had read and answer “YES” to “Is Special Blend Gravel right for me?”
Please submit your application by August 10th
Recipients will be notified by August 15th.
Special Blend Gravel is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive space where all people, including members of the LGBTQ+ & BIPOC communities, feel safe, respected, and celebrated. Special Blend Gravel is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.
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