Funding an adaptive bike, trike or specialist cycling solution can be a challenge for many families and individuals. Fortunately, a number of charities, grant providers and schemes may be able to help.

This guide outlines potential funding routes for children and adults, including charitable grants and the Bike 2 Work scheme.

Why Consider Adaptive Cycling?

Adaptive cycling can provide significant physical, social and emotional benefits for children and adults alike.

Benefits may include:

• Increased physical activity and fitness
• Improved confidence and independence
• Greater social participation
• Outdoor recreation and exploration
• Enhanced emotional wellbeing
• Opportunities to participate in family, school and community activities.

How RMS Can Help

Our team can assist with:

• Identifying suitable adaptive cycling solutions
• Providing quotations for funding applications
• Supplying product information and supporting documentation
• Arranging demonstrations and assessments
• Advising on potential funding routes. While we cannot guarantee funding, we can help guide you through the process and provide information that may support applications.

Bike2Work Scheme

Did you know that adaptive bikes and trikes may be available through the Cycle to Work scheme?

RMS is an approved supplier on the Bike2Work scheme, allowing eligible employees to spread the cost of adaptive cycling equipment through salary sacrifice arrangements. This can help make adaptive cycling more affordable by spreading payments over a fixed period through your employer. The Bike2Work scheme lists RMS as a participating retailer for customers looking to purchase eligible cycling equipment. Bike2Work Partner Shops

If your employer participates in the scheme, simply select your preferred adaptive bike or trike, apply through your employer's Cycle to Work provider and contact RMS for a quotation or further advice.

Whether you are considering adaptive cycling for commuting, work-related travel, exercise or general wellbeing, our team would be happy to discuss the available options and help identify the most suitable solution.

National Charities

Caudwell Children
Provides a wide range of specialist mobility and sensory equipment for disabled and neurodivergent children and young people.
Families can apply directly via the website, subject to eligibility criteria.
www.caudwellchildren.com

Newlife – the Charity for Disabled Children
Provides a range of specialist equipment listed in their equipment catalogue.
Applications are usually made with support from a professional such as an OT or physiotherapist.
www.newlifecharity.co.uk

The Brittle Bone Society
Supports individuals with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, including advice, support and access to services.
Families should contact the charity directly to discuss available support.
www.brittlebone.org

Whizz Kidz
Supports children and young people up to 18 with manual or powered wheelchairs where equipment is not available through the NHS.
Apply online via the website.
www.whizz-kidz.org.uk

Armed Forces Families

RAF Benevolent Fund
Supports families where a parent or guardian has served in the RAF.
www.rafbf.org

SSAFA – Armed Forces Charity
Supports families where a parent or guardian has served in the UK Armed Forces.
www.ssafa.org.uk

Smaller & Specialist Charities

Able Kidz
Supports equipment needed for use in education settings.
Families should contact the charity directly to check eligibility.
www.ablekidz.org

Cheyne Charity
Supports children and young people with cerebral palsy.
Funding decisions are based on individual need and professional evidence.
www.cheynecharity.org

Florence Nightingale Aid in Sickness Trust
May support a wide range of mobility and postural equipment.
Applications are usually made by a professional such as an OT or Physio. 
www.fnaist.org.uk

Handicapped Children’s Action Group
May support a wide range of equipment recommended by a child’s therapist.
Families are encouraged to email before applying to understand requirements.
www.hcag.org.uk

Independence at Home
Supports equipment to improve safety and independence at home, including wheelchairs. Families can contact the charity directly.
www.independenceathome.org.uk

Promise Dreams
Supports children and young people up to and including 18 years old, living with and beyond cancer with lightweight bikes and specially adapted trikes.
Applications can be made via the website, subject to eligibility criteria.
www.promisedreams.co.uk

React
Provides essential equipment for children up to 18 with life-shortening conditions, where support is not available through the NHS or local authority.
Application forms are available on the website.
www.reactcharity.org

The Boparan Charitable Trust
Provides funding support for disabled children.
Applications require supporting letters and quotations.
www.theboparancharitabletrust.com