Posted date: July 21, 2026
Last Updated: July 21, 2026
Kids Bike Build Volunteer Team
Help us collect, refurbish and distribute bikes to children and youth in our community who would not otherwise be able to access a bicycle.
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- This is an In-Person Opportunity
- The location is Public Transit Accessible
- Allows for a Flexible Schedule
- Good for Groups volunteering together
- Location is Accessible for those with mobility impairments
Positions Available
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Typical Session Frequency
This Opportunity typically takes place Bi-weekly.
Typical Session Duration
Each session typically takes 2-4 hours.
Total Opportunity Duration
The expected total duration is Ongoing / Indefinite.
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Application Process
Interested in becoming part of B!KE’s Kids Bike Build volunteer team? Send an email stating your interest to volunteer@communitybikeshop.org. We’ll get back to you with more information and a link to B!KE’s online volunteer application form.
NOTE: A Vulnerable Sector Check will be required for volunteers helping with bike distribution events.
Point of Contact
Jean Greig
Volunteer Coordinator
Application Requirements
- Separate Application Form
Additional Qualifications / Experience
Willingness to learn
Kids Bike Build volunteers do not need to have any prior experience, just an enthusiasm for the goals of the program and a willingness to learn. For volunteers interested in helping with bike repair and refurbishment, an interest in/affinity for mechanical skills is definitely an asset!
Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Volunteer mechanic
Kids Bike Build volunteer mechanics help us to repair and refurbish donated bikes to ensure they are in good working order and safe before distribution to partner organizations and their clients. Volunteers will receive training in basic bike mechanics through a series of hand-on workshops held at the beginning of each recruitment period.
Distribution event support volunteer
Kids Bike Build event support volunteers attend bike distribution events to help with distribution of bikes and accessories and provision of cycling skills and safety information.
Administrative support volunteer
Kids Bike Build administrative support volunteers help us with logistical aspects of running the program, including event planning, publicity, and hospitality.
Goals & Objectives
Through our Kids Bike Build program, we collect and refurbish donated bikes for distribution to children and families through partnered community/social service organizations, and provide training and accessories to ensure bike recipients have the skills and equipment to stay safe. Our goal is to make it possible for children and youth of all backgrounds in our community to have access to the joys and benefits of riding a bike.
Volunteer Benefits
Learn bike mechanics skills
Volunteers interested in helping with repair and refurbishment of donated bikes will get training in basic bike mechanics and practice those skills under the supervision of a trained mechanic instructor at B!KE.
Gain organizational skills
Volunteers interested in helping with event planning and delivery will gain organizational skills
Contribute to a more sustainable community
Volunteers involved with the program will make a direct contribution to keeping usable bikes out of landfill and giving them a new life
Bring joy to children
Volunteers involved with the program will help make bikes available to kids who might otherwise not have had that opportunity
Connect with local organizations
Volunteers interested in helping with bike distribution events will have the chance to interact with staff and clients from a variety of partner organizations
Meet new people and have fun!
Volunteers will be working as part of a team including other volunteers and B!KE staff over an extended period, providing the chance to make new relationships and build social connections
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Additional Qualifications / Experience
Willingness to learn
Kids Bike Build volunteers do not need to have any prior experience, just an enthusiasm for the goals of the program and a willingness to learn. For volunteers interested in helping with bike repair and refurbishment, an interest in/affinity for mechanical skills is definitely an asset!
Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Volunteer mechanic
Kids Bike Build volunteer mechanics help us to repair and refurbish donated bikes to ensure they are in good working order and safe before distribution to partner organizations and their clients. Volunteers will receive training in basic bike mechanics through a series of hand-on workshops held at the beginning of each recruitment period.
Distribution event support volunteer
Kids Bike Build event support volunteers attend bike distribution events to help with distribution of bikes and accessories and provision of cycling skills and safety information.
Administrative support volunteer
Kids Bike Build administrative support volunteers help us with logistical aspects of running the program, including event planning, publicity, and hospitality.
