Thank you for your interest in our Earn-A-Bike (EAB) program. Because of the huge demand for this program beginning August 1st 2010, we will give out 10 bikes per month to those who are in dire need of transportation. To qualify and demonstrate need applicants must bring a letter of reference from a humanitarian or government social services agency.
What
Participants earn a bike by donating ten (10 hours) of service to the community. Each participant may earn only one bike each year. The Earn-A-Bike program requires participants to volunteer at other organizations outside the co-op. EAB volunteers earn their hours sharing their energy with our community.
Bottom Line: You volunteer, and we'll hook you up with a fully rebuilt used bike
How
- Pick up an Earn-a-Bike timesheet at the Co-op. We give out 10 time sheets every month beginning on the first of the month.
- Bring a letter of referal from a social services agency (this could be a government agency or other social service group)
- # Volunteer 10 hours at any non-profit organization. If you need help finding an organization to volunteer with, check out the United Way website they offer many opportunities to help.
- Volunteer hours must be completed within 60 days of receiving your time sheet.
- It is the responsibility of each EAB client to notify the Bike Co-op EAB coordinator of any change in contact information. If we cannot contact you, you will be dropped from the program.
- We MUST verify your volunteer hours and check your photo ID before you can receive your bike.
- After your hours have been verified our volunteer mechanics will start to build you a bike based on the information you provide to us. It may take up to four weeks to build a bike from our supply of used bikes.
- The co-op will attempt to notify you two times to pick up your bike. If you do not respond you will be dropped from the program.
- When you come in you will test out your bike and we will complete a final safety inspection on the bike.
Referrals
The Co-op also has a referral program set up for individuals in special circumstances. If you work for social sevices, community service, or other similar programs, contact us about setting up your clients in the Earn A Bike Program.