Funding Opportunities

Currently, the Bicycle Alliance does not have funding to provide directly to schools. We are, however, available to help with a variety of resources, which are usually free (see What We Offer page). Please contact us for specific information and to discuss ideas. In the past we have been able to provide mini-grants (see mini grant success stories for more information).

Look below for resource materials and information about other funding sources, and links to organizations with available grants.

Support SR2S by purchasing a "Share the Road" License Plate

One way you can help make funding available is by purchasing a "Share the Road" license plate available at your local Department of Licensing office. The sale of each one of these specialty plates provides $28.00 to the Bicycle Alliance, some of which will go towards mini grants for safe routes to school projects. For more information, see Share the Road FAQ's.

Washington State Department of Transportation

Communities across the state have an opportunity to increase safety for bicyclists and pedestrians through two grant programs that are managed by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).

The Safe Routes to Schools program was created to provide children a safe, healthy alternative to riding the bus or being driven to school. This program has $7 million of federal funds available to public agencies. Eligible projects are those within two-miles of primary and middle schools (K-8), and that address engineering solutions, educational programs, and law enforcement efforts. Applications for Safe Routes to School project grants are due to WSDOT on October 2, 2006.
More detailed information about this grant program and the application process is available on WSDOT's website at: WSDOT Safe Routes Grants

Another $7 million in state funds is available through the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety program. This program aids public agencies in funding projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. Eligible projects may include engineering solutions, educational programs, and enforcement efforts. Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety project grant applications are due to WSDOT on September 20, 2006.
More detailed information about this grant program and the application process is available on WSDOT's website at: WSDOT Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Grants

Apply for a grant: Safe Routes Grants and WSDOT Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Grants

Funded Projects

Funded Safe Routes Projects 2005-2006
Funded Safe Routes Projects 2004

Past Funding successes:

• The Bicycle Alliance of Washington worked with WSDOT to make $7 Million available for Safe Routes grants in 2006.
• WSDOT awarded over $2.5 million in 2005.
• WSDOT awarded $1 million in 2004 (Over 60 applications received, 11 schools awarded total of $1 million. Projects funded include sidewalks, bike/ped paths, education programs.)
• WSDOH awarded BAW grant to establish state wide safe routes coordinating committee, hold training, award mini-grants to schools. We awarded grants to 11 schools 2/3 of applicants. Schools are in central and western WA. Projects focus on encouragement and education.
• The WTSC also award grants has school zone safety program. Much funding comes from traffic fines.
• Federal funding sources include CDC and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.