Welcome to the Team: Alana Robinson
The Cycle Effect hires a Development Coordinator
Alana Robinson joins The Cycle Effect Team
Eagle, CO — June 17, 2022 —The Cycle Effect, a nonprofit organization in Colorado working to empower young women through mountain biking, hired Eagle County resident Alana Robinson as Development Coordinator to support the organization’s growth plans and larger fundraising goals. Alana was drawn to The Cycle Effect through her connection to the organization’s values and a personal passion for the mission. After building relationships working in retail management for the last several years, Alana is excited to be back in a position where she can more directly give back to her community. She is driven by the mission of equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the outdoors.
Previously, Alana has volunteered with non-profit youth organizations such as SOS Outreach as a mentor and saw firsthand how impactful positive mentorships and empowering young minds through outdoor sports can be. “I love that The Cycle Effect takes this unique approach in their industry and strives to empower young women, while focusing on the Latinx community and other people of color. It is very inspiring to see,” said Alana.
Inclusion in the outdoors is personal for Alana,
“As a person of color, I am very familiar with the barriers that exist in the outdoors. Finding The Cycle Effect and learning the incredible work they are doing has given me hope for a more inclusive outdoor future. I felt immediately drawn to support their mission!”
“It is clear that Alana’s skill set and passion for this community make her an amazing addition to The Cycle Effect team. As a growing organization, we are thrilled to add someone that so clearly aligns with our values and mission. Her passion for helping young women experience the outdoors is infectious. We are excited for Alana to be a part of our future,” said Brett Donelson, Founder and Executive Director of The Cycle Effect.
In 2022, The Cycle Effect aims to serve 315 girls throughout four counties (Eagle, Mesa, Routt, and Summit), The Cycle Effect helps young women build brighter futures and become leaders within their communities and beyond. With 70% Latina enrollment and 86% of riders coming from families earning below the self-sufficiency wage, the organization aims to break down the barriers in mountain biking and get more girls out on bikes.
About The Cycle Effect
The Cycle Effect’s mission is to empower young women through mountain biking to create brighter futures and build stronger communities. To accomplish this mission, The Cycle Effect focuses on three primary goal areas: physical wellness, community impact and mentorship, and building brighter futures. By providing an opportunity for girls to be engaged in regular, healthy programs that help build their self-esteem and promote overall wellness, girls are more likely to be healthier, stay engaged in school, and set goals that will support their future.
The Cycle Effect helps instill a higher level of self-confidence, perseverance, grit and determination, and a sense of belonging by participating in a team and building relationships with individual coach mentors and teammates.
The Cycle Effect has programs across the Western Slope of Colorado in Eagle County, Mesa County, Routt County, and Summit County. Learn more at thecycleeffect.org
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