Parish and Town Councils across Essex are invited to apply for funding through the Love Your Bus grant scheme, which is now open for applications.
This grant offers financial support for community-led projects that aim to improve access to public transport, enhance local connectivity, and build partnerships with transport providers. Whether you're looking to enhance an existing route by adding extra journeys or improve passenger experience, Love Your Bus can help turn your ideas into action.
Applications are open from 1 November to 31 January 2026
👉Star your application here
Visit the Love Your Bus Information Hub
To support applicants, we have launched the Love Your Bus Information Hub, your central resource for everything related to the scheme. On the Hub, you will find:
In-depth information about the grant, including eligibility criteria, application guidance, Application Form, Intended grant agreement and any other relevant information and documents
List of all ECC funded services and their contracted expiry dates and list of all transport providers
2024/2025 Love Your Bus Grant Outcomes and a list of awarded projects
Regular Updates: Stay informed with the latest news and announcements
FAQs: Browse answers to common questions, updated regularly as new queries come in
Weekly Engagement Sessions: Join live Q&A sessions for guidance on eligibility, project design, completing your application, and post-award monitoring
Booking Page: Reserve your place at upcoming sessions directly from the Hub
Whether you are refining your project idea or preparing your submission, the Information Hub is here to support you every step of the way.
👉 Visit the Love Your Bus Information Hub
