Inspiring cyclists at every level

starting with support for the pros.

Our Mission

To offer professional cyclists improved access to legal, wellness and career services to benefit the sport of cycling at all levels.

Who We Are

Pro Cyclist Foundation was inspired & founded by former professional cyclists. We are a philanthropy dedicated to improving the sport of cycling by offering athletes at the highest level access to essential resources and career support.

Our Foundation is designed to be a centralized support network, and to help connect the cycling fan base directly to the athletes. Due to the structure of the sport, most professional cyclists lack adequate compensation and benefits. Through the establishment of a permanent endowment, the Foundation seeks to fund programs and grants that provide assistance to current and former – male and female – professional cycling athletes.

A sustainable model supporting professional cyclists for generations.

How We Work

Legal Advocacy

Needs-based grants and a broad referral network for improved legal representation - tailored specifically for cyclists.

Wellness Support

Access to wellness support and needs-based grants for qualifying athletes.

Career Advisory

Professional training and mentorship programs for current and retired cyclists.

Why Pro Cycling

Cycling affects societies around the world: the bike provides independence and utility as emissions-free transportation, encourages wellness and recreation, and forms lasting social bonds.

Professional cyclists are the icons of the sport – kings and queens of the bike – recognized throughout the world as leaders and inspiration to cyclists of all levels. And yet, these athletes, particularly women, lack funding, resources and basic career support.

Without more complete resources, cycling will continue to struggle as a viable professional sport. Professional cyclists need access to basic resources in legal, wellness, and post-career training fields.

With proper advocacy and financial support, professional cyclists can realize their roles as leaders, pave the road of inspiration for cyclists at every level, and build a cohesive community leaving a positive impact on society.

Uniquely Funded

The Pro Cyclist Foundation is primarily funded from an annual corporate donation from Black Swift Group LLC, an investment manager and SEC registered investment adviser based in Boulder, Colorado.

Black Swift Group LLC is a significant supporter in the cycling community and is committed to the mission of the Foundation. Emulating the funding model of the world’s most successful nonprofit organizations, the Pro Cyclist Foundation sets itself apart from the rest. We are prepared for scalability & sustainability to support professional cyclists for generations.

To learn more about Black Swift LLC’s involvement in the Pro Cyclist Foundation and how you can become involved in building the endowment, please contact Linda Casals:

(303) 955-4381

lcasals@procyclistfoundation.org

Grantees Update

Aevolo Cycling TeamGrantees & Support
July 28, 2023

Aevolo Cycling

Aevolo Cycling is a US-registered UCI Continental Cycling Team, focused on the development of Elite Under-23 riders. Spearheaded by Michael Creed, the team’s mission is to not only strive for…
OnTo CyclingGrantees & Support
July 27, 2023

EF Education – OnTo Cycling

Founded by Rusty Miller, EF-EDucation OnTo Cycling’s goal is to develop elite young cyclists in capacity, character, and engagement with the world of sport and beyond. Based out of the…
Grantees & Support
January 3, 2023

VeloSport Cycling

VeloSport Cycling is America’s largest junior road cycling racing program, based out of Irvine, California. The riders are from all parts of Orange County and beyond. The team has grown…
Hot Tubes Junior CyclingGrantees & Support
September 4, 2021

Hot Tubes Development Team

Hot Tubes Development Cycling Team is the longest running and one of the most successful junior cycling program in North America. Founded by Toby Stanton in 1992, the team has…
2019 World Cup NamurGrantees & Support
July 31, 2021

USA Cycling MudFund

With the 2021/2022 cyclocross season in mind – a year in which the Cyclocross World Championships come to Fayetteville, Arkansas – the Pro Cyclist Foundation (PCF) has selected USA Cycling's…
Grantees & Support
July 30, 2021

Twenty24 Pro Cycling

The Pro Cyclist Foundation has awarded Team Twenty24 with a cash grant to go toward their 2021/2022 development program. As women's based cycling team managed by Nicola Cranmer, we believe…

Let's build the cycling community together