Village Bicycle Project empowers West African communities by strengthening bicycle culture with quality subsidized bicycles and hands-on maintenance training.
Village Bicycle Project aims to empower communities by strengthening bicycle culture. Our programs couple quality subsidized bicycles with hands-on maintenance training for new owners. We give village bike mechanics detailed training along with specialized bike tools and spare parts. This comprehensive, holistic approach ensures that bikes will be dependable, affordable and sustainable transportation.
A comprehensive approach to sustainable transportation
We provide quality subsidized bicycles to communities and conduct hands-on workshops teaching proper maintenance techniques.
Women and girls, who are frequently marginalized, are specifically targeted for inclusion in programs that address gender inequalities.
Village bike mechanics receive detailed training along with specialized bike tools and spare parts to ensure long-term sustainability.
Making an impact across West Africa
Recent updates from our operations
Our team in Sierra Leone traveled to communities including Marampa, Lunsar, and Kamakuwie to assemble and distribute 180 bicycles to students who previously walked up to 8–10 miles every day to attend school. Bikes were provided by Re-Cycle and Working Bikes Chicago.
Real impact, real people
Meet Amina, a student in rural Ghana who can now attend school regularly thanks to her bicycle. Her journey of 8 kilometers that once took 2 hours on foot now takes just 30 minutes, giving her more time to study and help her family.
Read her full story →Help us empower more communities with sustainable transportation. Every contribution makes a real difference in someone's life.