Bikesmart
What is Bikesmart?
Bikesmart is a program that offers job skllls and training to youth volunteers while providing affordable transportation options to Essex County residents.
Volunteers will receive technical, mechanical and retail experience. The refurbished bicycles will be provided back to the community for the lowest possible cost.
Bikesmart provides....
Bikesmart participants will learn to repair bicycles in a shop run by an experienced bicycle mechanic, as well as retail experience in operating a small storefront and online distribution centre.
Other benefits include...
Support
Bikesmart is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation and has partnerships with the OPP, Salvation Army and Essex/Windsor Solid Waste Authority, but we welcome support from private or public donors as well.
Consider donating:
Tax receipts are available for eligible donations Reg# 89414 4591 RR0001
Contact Michael Cervi for more information
Office: 519-733-8541
Fax: 519-733-2642
Email: [email protected]
www.bikesmart.ca
Bikesmart is a program that offers job skllls and training to youth volunteers while providing affordable transportation options to Essex County residents.
Volunteers will receive technical, mechanical and retail experience. The refurbished bicycles will be provided back to the community for the lowest possible cost.
Bikesmart provides....
- Job skills training
- Real work experience
- Affordable transportation options
- Environmentally-friendly practices
- Community engagement opportunities
Bikesmart participants will learn to repair bicycles in a shop run by an experienced bicycle mechanic, as well as retail experience in operating a small storefront and online distribution centre.
Other benefits include...
- Developing leadership skills
- Community volunteer hours prior to graduation
- Safe social environment
- Rewarding and fulfilling experiences helping others
- Establish contacts for future references
- Receive insight on a number of career options
- Engage with community leaders
- Learn about community agencies and the service they provide
- Having fun while volunteering!
Support
Bikesmart is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation and has partnerships with the OPP, Salvation Army and Essex/Windsor Solid Waste Authority, but we welcome support from private or public donors as well.
Consider donating:
- Unwanted bikes in any condition
- Spare Parts
- Tools
- Financial contributions
Tax receipts are available for eligible donations Reg# 89414 4591 RR0001
Contact Michael Cervi for more information
Office: 519-733-8541
Fax: 519-733-2642
Email: [email protected]
www.bikesmart.ca