Bikes for Kids Wisconsin is a Madison-based nonprofit dedicated to increasing bicycle-based transportation for underserved communities. Their mission centers on providing equitable access to bikes, offering low-cost repairs, and delivering essential education, thereby fostering mobility, health, economic opportunity, and community-building. They firmly believe that transportation is a fundamental right, not a privilege to be earned.
As Wisconsin's largest bike center, Bikes for Kids Wisconsin actively dismantles systemic barriers to cycling, ensuring that bikes serve as vital lifelines for employment, education, and economic empowerment. They achieve this through robust programming, including annual bike giveaways (distributing over 14,800 bikes since 2017), workforce development via bike mechanics programs, and innovative initiatives like "Meals on 2 Wheels." Their commitment extends to sustainability, having recycled over 108,000 pounds of materials.
Every bike sale and repair at Bikes for Kids Wisconsin directly supports their impactful giveaway program, making bicycling sustainable, equitable, and affordable for everyday transportation. They offer a wide selection of quality refurbished bikes and expert repair services, creating a welcoming space where everyone can find the right bike and learn about its care.