The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced the creation of three separate $1 million endowments for the AMA's Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the Association's government relations activities and amateur racing programs.

AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman made the announcement on Friday, Feb. 13, at a press conference preceding the opening of the annual Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo in Indianapolis.

"We are very pleased to be able to make these substantial commitments to three of the AMA's most cherished activities: the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the advocacy efforts of our Government Relations Department, and the amateur racing series and championships enjoyed by tens of thousands of AMA members," Dingman said.

AMA Board of Directors Chairman Stan Simpson added, "This year the AMA turns 85 years old, and our Board felt it was strategically important to invest a significant sum into the AMA's most important functions. Amateur racing is a cornerstone of the AMA, the Hall of Fame Museum honors and preserves the legacy of this great sport and pastime, and our Government Relations Department protects the motorcycle lifestyle today, and ensures it's long-term future."

Dingman explained that the AMA created separate endowments of $1 million each for the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the Association's government relations activities, and its amateur racing programs.

"AMA encourages our members and all motorcyclists to donate to any or all of these endowments," said Dingman. "The endowments will always grow, and the interest earned on these funds will supplement the AMA's operations in each of these crucial activities."

To contribute to one or more of the AMA endowments, please send donations to: American Motorcyclist Association, Endowment Fund, 13515 Yarmouth Dr. Pickerington, Ohio 43147. Please be sure to designate the fund(s) to which you are contributing: Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, government relations, or amateur racing.