Causes: Children & Youth, Environment, Recreation & Sports, Recycling, Sports, Youth Centers & Clubs, Youth Development Programs

Mission: The mission of Neighborhood Bike Works is to inspire youth and strengthen Philadelphia communities by providing equitable access to bicycling and bike repair through education, recreation, leadership and career-building opportunities.

Results: We run a suite of youth and adult programs all designed to encourage more people to ride and maintain their bikes. Our work uses bikes to bring about positive change: personal growth, community building, and learning. In addition to running year-round programs for youth, NBW also opens its space to adults and families. At our Community Bike Shop, we sell quality refurbished used bikes, new parts, and accessories. You can stop into the Community Bike Shop to test ride a refurbished bike or grab a new lock, helmet, or another accessory. For lifelong learners, we run Bike Church, a DIY bike shop and an Adult Bike Repair Class. All sales in our shop support our free and low-cost programs.

Target demographics: youth & communities

Direct beneficiaries per year: 500 young people

Geographic areas served: West Philadelphia

Programs: Earn-A-Bike, Ride Club, Summer Cycling Day Camp, Bike Church, Adult Repair Class, and more!