UpCycle Bikes
https://www.upcyclebikes.org
Upcycle Bikes refurbishes used adult bikes and provides them to partner organizations serving refugees, shelter clients, and other community members in need of an affordable and accessible transportation option. The mission of Upcycle Bikes is to make bikes accessible to community members with transportation challenges.
Founded in 2022, Upcycle Bikes all started with one well-meaning bike mechanic with a desire to impact his community in a new way. Thanks to strong community encouragement and a group of talented and passionate individuals, Upcycle Bikes is now easing transportation challenges across Grand Rapids. Upcycle Bikes partners with the following organizations for bike distribution: Bethany Christian Services, AYA Youth Collective, Safe Haven Ministries, and Guiding Light. Bethany Christian Services says the bike donations from Upcycle Bikes allows refugees to go to work, school, tutoring classes, and other activities without relying on the bus or volunteers for transportation.
Team Athletic Mentors gives back by donations of bikes, time and skills. Read more in Kathy Braginton’s Blog: Old Bike, New Life
