What is Bikes for Africa?

Bikes for Africa is World Vision’s new campaign to get 30 million bikes into Africa in the next 10 years. We have partnered with the experts in the cycling industry to create a rugged bike that will last up to 5 years in rural Africa.

Imagine how life changes for an individual living in Africa where walking to the market takes up to half of the day and you are only able to bring a few products with you each time you go. World Vision and their partner, World Bicycle Relief, are looking to revolutionize transportation in Africa by providing long-lasting, durable bikes that can carry up to 220 pounds, boost mobility and financial opportunities by 400% and ensure sustainable access to education and healthcare.

How can you get involved?

Join our team…

Now you can actively participate in alleviating poverty, growing businesses and changing lives in Africa by riding with us! World Vision has started Team World Vision where we raise money for the program by riding bikes.

We will be participating in 3-4 major rides this year:

Seattle to Portland Ride (STP) – July 12-13, 2008 Completed
Cool Breeze (Ventura) – August 16, 2008 Completed
Chicago Marathon – October 12, 2008 Completed
Solvang Century – March 14, 2009

If you would like more information or would like to be added to the team email updates about rides near you and trainings in your area, please contact Jessica Congelliere at Jcongell@worldvision.org. You can also check out the Team World Vision website at www.teamworldvision.org.

Make a donation today…

Donate $134 to provide a bike loan to villagers. Income generated from the bike will repay it in 6 months. This revolving loan means…

$134 = 10 bikes over 5 years!

We are working through World Vision’s microfinance programs to provide these bikes.  The money that is generated through the revolving loan fund goes back to purchase more bikes and provide more loans for additional people in each country we take this program.

Today we have over 3,000 bikes on the ground in Zambia and Tanzania. In addition to providing bikes we provide jobs through World Bicycle Relief’s mechanic training program. These mechanics are able to service the bikes from beginning to end.

Get involved today, and leave a lasting impact for those in Africa.