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Rebuilding bikes, Rebuilding lives |
"The folks who run Bicycle Recycle Vermont are an incredible group of dedicated volunteers. They operate their program with integrity and hard work."
- Sadir, a Somali refugee
Uses his Bike Recycle Vermont
bicycle to commute to work
By providing people with new bikes and new opportunities, we transform lives.
Who We Are:
Bike Recycle Vermont is a nonprofit organization. We offer new life to old bikes! We rebuild bikes and pass them on. And we provide transportation and expand opportunities for low-income Vermonters.
Why?
Public transportation in Vermont is limited. Owning a bike makes it possible to travel to and from work, to visit friends, and to get acquainted with your surroundings. We take pride in our work, and we enjoying seeing our clients riding around our community on their new bikes, enjoying their new freedom! |
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Who Is Eligible To Receive A Bike? |
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Bike Recycle Vermont sells refurbished bicycles at a low cost to Vermonters of all ages who can't afford a new bike. Over the past four years, BRV has provided bikes to homeless people, refugees, at-risk teens, and people currently receiving or eligible for a variety of governmental programs such as food stamps, disability, and section 8 housing. A helmet, a lock, and front and rear blinking lights are also provided with each bike. We send our clients on the road to safe riding!
If you or someone you know is interested in receiving a bike, and want to find out if you qualify, we invite you to come by our shop or give us a call at (802) 264-9687.
The Barnes School Bike Club gets ready for a ride. Parent volunteer Dylan Zeitlyn (left) started the bike club. Bike Recycle Vermont teaches club participants how to ride safety, fix a flat, and fit their helmets. |
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