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Let's Get More NYC Kids Riding and Racing in 2022

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In Our 18th Season — Amid a Pandemic — We Introduced More Kids to Track Cycling Than Ever Before

Star Track was founded in 2004 to teach New York City kids the fundamentals of track cycling at Kissena Velodrome in Queens. Our goal is to empower and engage children — many from underserved communities — enhance their physical and social development, and give them a sense of pride and accomplishment through regular athletic activity. In 2021, we bounced back from a pandemic lockdown with our biggest semesters ever. At six weekly sessions in spring, summer and fall, more than 100 new riders discovered the sport of track cycling.

Star Track has been named a USA Cycling Junior Club of the Year and repeatedly designated a USA Cycling Center of Excellence. Our riders have the opportunity to join a competitive cycling team that has earned more than 35 National Championship jerseys over the last three racing seasons. Our focus: developing riders from the sport's under-represented groups. We were so proud to bring a record 15 female racers to track nationals this past summer — the largest group in the nation!

Our program is fee-free for every child rider, a commitment only made possible through your generous support. Your donations provide the equipment, supplies, coaching, transportation & insurance, allowing us to introduce children to an amazing and rewarding sport. Because of the pandemic, we are still unable to hold the in-person benefits that traditionally fund the bulk of our operating costs. Your support is what will keep our program rolling in 2022 — and thanks to a generous contribution-match from our board of directors, every donation will be doubled through March 31, up to $35,000! Even the smallest donations add up to have a huge impact for our kids.

Please help Star Track give our kids the sport and activity they need and love. WE RIDE BECAUSE OF YOU.