Application window for the 2023 Better Bicycling Grants now closed.
Who should apply? In the past, we’ve had applications from libraries, “friends of” parks and trail organizations, other nonprofits, municipalities, bike clubs, and bike shops. This list isn’t exhaustive, so if you have a great idea and want to know if you’d qualify, reach out and ask!
How much can I apply for? We consider grant applications up to $2,500. If you’re applying for equipment (such as a bike fix-it station) the limit is $500.
What kind of projects do you fund? Read through our past awardees below to get a feel for the kind of projects we fund. We love to hear what you’re working on and we award a pretty broad range of programs. We look for grantees to fit into one of these categories:
- Innovation – trying something that’s never been done before
- Equity – making bike transportation fair and accessible for all
- Safety – reducing bicyclist injuries and deaths
- Sustainability – reducing air pollution and carbon emissions through cycling
- Education – training cyclists or drivers in best practices
- Advocacy – convincing decision-makers to prioritize bicyclist safety
- Infrastructure – constructing or improving physical assets that make bicycling better
- Encouragement – increasing ridership, especially for underserved communities
How do I apply?
Want to work on your responses before entering them in the application form? Preview all of the questions (PDF.)
The application window for the 2023 Better Bicycling Grants is now closed, but stay tuned for info to come on the next round of grants. Better Bicycling funds are open to all Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Individuals, clubs, or other entities without an official 501(c)(3) designation will be considered if accompanied by a fiscal sponsorship agreement with an established nonprofit. Grant applications from LMB members are given highest priority. Grants must be applied for in advance of the opportunity. Retroactive requests will not be accepted.
Learn more about past awardees here:
Previous Awardees
- 2023 Micro-Grant Recipients
- 2022 Spring Micro-Grant Recipients
- (on hiatus due to COVID in 2020 and 2021)
- 2019 Micro-Grant Recipients
- 2018 Micro-Grant Recipients
- 2017 Micro-Grant Recipients
2023 Recipients
Congrats to our 2023 Better Bicycling Grant Recipients
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Congrats to our 2022 Micro-Grant recipients!
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Micro-Grants in Action: MoGo
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Read MoreMicro-Grants in Action: Northwest Goldberg Community Park
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Read MoreMicro-Grants in Action: Salem-South Lyon District Library
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Read MoreMicro-Grants in Action: Capital Area District Library – South Lansing Branch
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Read MoreMicro-Grants in Action: St. Anthony of Padua Parish – Mackinaw City
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Read MoreMicro-Grants in Action: Huron-Clinton Metroparks
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Micro-Grant in Action: Kids Repair Program
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Bike Dearborn
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Armory Bike Union
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Read MoreMicro Grant In Action: Carver Camp
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Norte!
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Common Cycle
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Bike Friendly Soo
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Micro-Grant in Action: Boston Square Community Bikes
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Back Alley Bikes
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Lansing Bike Co-op
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Norte!
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Pedal Holland
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: PEAC
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: TART Trails, Inc.
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Read MoreMicro-Grant in Action: Tour de Troit
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