Bike Works Seattle

Bicycle Recycle & Reuse Program - Our bicycle recycle & reuse program provides a means for unwanted bikes to be donated refurbished by volunteers and program participants and turned into affordable carbon-free transportation. We process 5,000 - 7,000 donated bicycles every year and strip the unusable bikes for parts before sending the remainder to be responsibly recycled through partnerships. We give our volunteers meaningful opportunities to make a tangible difference while increasing their knowledge of bicycle maintenance and riding. Bike Works brings together diverse groups in a collaborative environment. We divert 250,000 pounds of waste from landfills annually and provided transportation through bicycle giveaways to those who cant afford to buy one our community bike shop.

Youth Programs - Through bicycle riding and mechanics we provide opportunities for youth to build self-confidence and transferrable skills explore the world give back to their community and be physically active. Bike Work programs are rooted in the belief that young people thrive when they are valued value themselves and feel a sense of belonging. Our youth program include: 1 Earn-A-Bike EAB Programs and Drop-In community service hours; 2 Partnerships with schools and community organizations to reach youth where they are with a focus on BIPOC youth; 3 The job skills training for young people aged 15-24 with limited resources. Participants are learning hard and soft skills and are encouraged to apply for paid apprenticeships at Bike Works; 4 Bicycle camps and clubs allow you to be active.