Bikes for Tikes
HELP A CHILD GET THEIR FIRST SET OF WHEELS!
Many wonderful and adventurous childhood memories have taken place on bicycles. Let's work together to give children in our community an opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime. Year after year, this project not only lifts a child's spirit, but gives them a great outlet to be active
The Rotary Club of Oyster Point is committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle to help young children avoid inactivity and the health issues that come along with it. Bike riding increases the health of the heart, increases balance, and strengthens the leg and abdominal muscles. Our project provides new bicycles to a target group of less fortunate children living in areas of the city with the highest obesity rates.
The Bikes For Tikes program, a collaboration between the Rotary Club of Oyster Point, the Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority, the Boys & Girls Club, the Salvation Army, and the YMCA is celebrating its 17th year of working together. These groups help to identify and select children that qualify from the areas in need. The Village Bike Shop allows the club to purchase the bikes at cost, and offers space for the club volunteers to assemble and store the bikes until delivery day.
Click this link to:
Buy A Bike!
Please consider making a charitable contribution payable to:
Oyster Point Rotary Foundation
and mail to
P.O. Box 12145, Newport News, VA 23612.
Donations can be made via credit card through this site by clicking on the "Buy a Bike! Now!" button below. The cost of a bike and helmet this year is $100! This year we have a few options for you.
Buy A Bike = $100
Buy 1/2 a Bike = $50
Buy 1/4 a Bike = $25
Whatever you choose, your generous gift will brighten a child's day and touch their hearts for a lifetime.
The bikes are assembled with the assistance of Village Bicycles and we are grateful for their ongoing and generous contribution to this project!
From all of us at the Rotary Club of Oyster Point:
Have a Wonderful and Safe Holiday Season!