Movability’s GoGrant Program

Movability's GoGrant program supports employers in Austin, Texas in implementing innovative strategies to reduce single-occupancy vehicle commutes among employees. As a transportation management association, Movability is dedicated to transforming the way Central Texans travel by encouraging active and shared commuting methods such as carpooling, vanpooling, biking, and transit. The GoGrant program specifically funds employer-based initiatives that align with these goals, helping organizations foster sustainable commuting behaviors and reduce traffic congestion and emissions in the Austin metropolitan area. The GoGrant program offers up to $7,500 in financial assistance per project through two application cycles each year, one in the first quarter and another in the third quarter. This recurring structure allows employers to plan and align mobility improvements with their internal timelines. Eligible applicants must be located within the Austin city limits or its extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). GoGrant prioritizes projects that have measurable outcomes in reducing drive-alone trips, with applicants required to demonstrate such outcomes through pre- and post-project metrics. There are three distinct funding categories within GoGrant. Infrastructure projects focus on permanent structures or physical goods that promote sustainable commuting, such as bike racks, lockers, bike repair stations, and micro-mobility parking. Programmatic projects encompass initiatives that leverage policy or incentives to encourage alternative transportation use, including transit subsidies, vanpool programs, or marketing campaigns. Mobility planning grants support professional consulting services from Movability to assess employee commute challenges and propose customized solutions. Larger organizations, defined as those with over 49 employees or $10 million in annual revenue, may only apply for mobility planning grants. The application process for the Fall 2025 cycle was open from July 29 through August 28. Applicants are not required to be Movability members at the time of submission, but all grant recipients must become members before receiving funds. Projects involving physical installations must comply with city codes and ordinances, and recipients must coordinate with property managers when applicable. Additionally, each infrastructure installation must feature a sign referencing Movability and GoGrant. Funds may not be used to pay staff but can be applied toward the cost and installation of goods. All applicants must submit a complete application and agree to measure project outcomes, typically involving comparative data before and after implementation. Movability collaborates with awardees to determine appropriate impact metrics. Joint applications are allowed, and some may be eligible for funding beyond the $7,500 cap depending on the project type. The GoGrant program does not require matching funds, and multiple applications may be submitted per cycle, although only one project will be funded per organization per round. Recent GoGrant recipients include organizations across infrastructure, programmatic, and mobility planning categories. Past awardees have implemented programs such as bike-to-school initiatives, discounted transit access, and community engagement campaigns. Interested applicants can find additional resources, including sample applications and overview presentations, through Movability’s website or by joining the GoGrant email list. While contact information is not explicitly listed in the source material, organizations are encouraged to reach out through Movability’s communication channels for questions and joint application inquiries.

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