Women and Girls Small Grants Scheme
We're launching a new Women and Girls Small Grants Scheme
The new small grants scheme is being set up to support local organisations to help more women and girls' cycle in Greater Manchester.
These small, flexible grants are designed to support practical, locally‑led activities that make cycling more accessible, welcoming and enjoyable for women and girls.
Who is the scheme for?
The scheme is open to organisations that work with women and girls, including:
Community and voluntary groups
VCSFE organisations
Schools and education settings
NHS and health organisations
Not‑for‑profit organisations
Projects must be delivered within Greater Manchester and focus on encouraging women and girls to cycle.
What do successful applicants receive?
Successful applicants will receive a grant of up to £2,000 to deliver activities or events that:
Promote the benefits of cycling
Increase confidence, participation or access to cycling
Support more everyday journeys to be made by bike
Funding can be used for one‑off activities or short projects that remove barriers or create new opportunities for women and girls to cycle, including:
Practical cycling activity (e.g. led rides)
One‑day events, taster sessions or confidence‑building activities
Workshops and knowledge‑sharing sessions
Awareness‑raising sessions or activities
Community projects
Purchase of equipment
Creative projects
When should activity take place?
This is a short‑term, one‑off fund linked to the Women and Girls Summer 2026 campaign. We expect funded activity to take place soon after funding is awarded, ideally between June and September 2026.
While some flexibility is possible where needed, the fund is intended to support activity delivered during Summer 2026.
How to apply
Applications are now open and will close at 9am on Monday 11 May.
To apply, please complete the application form and email it to: active.travel@tfgm.com
Read our application guidance for help and advice.
If you would like to apply by post, please send your application to:
Active Travel Team
Transport for Greater Manchester
2 Piccadilly Place
Manchester
M1 3BG
If submitting your application by post, applicants are advised to record delivery through the post office.