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Our Programs

From bike distribution to mechanic training, our programs create lasting change by providing sustainable transportation solutions to rural communities in Ghana and Sierra Leone.

The Power of a Bicycle

In 30 minutes, a bicycle transforms how far students, workers, and families can travel - expanding their world exponentially.

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Walking
In 30 minutes
2.5
kilometers
Accessible Area
~20 km2
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Biking
In 30 minutes
10
kilometers
Accessible Area
~314 km2
15x more area accessible with a bicycle

What We Do

Our comprehensive approach ensures bicycles create lasting impact in communities.

Bicycles collected for distribution
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Bike Distribution

142,000+

Quality, subsidized bicycles distributed to Ghana and Sierra Leone since 1999. We collect used bikes in the US and refurbish them for a second life in Africa.

Group learning bicycle repair skills
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Repair Training

23,500+

People trained in bicycle repair and maintenance skills. Our One Day Workshops teach essential skills to keep communities rolling for years to come.

Woman learning to ride a bicycle
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Learn to Ride

4,200+

Women and girls empowered with cycling skills. In many communities, girls have never had the opportunity to learn - we're changing that.

Man fixing a bicycle
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Tool Distribution

61,500+

Repair tools distributed to mechanics and communities. Tools ensure bikes can be maintained locally, creating sustainable transportation networks.

Children trying bicycles at school
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School Bicycle Libraries

11 Schools

Partnership with Schools for Salone providing bikes to students. Schools manage bike fleets that students can borrow, dramatically improving attendance.

Local mechanic working on bicycle
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Mechanic Support

Ongoing

Supporting local mechanics with tools, training, and subsidized parts. This creates jobs while ensuring bikes stay on the road for years.

School Bicycle Libraries in Sierra Leone

Our partnership with Schools for Salone has distributed nearly 900 bicycles across 11 schools, transforming student access to education.

Northern Province
Southern Province

2024-2025 School Distributions

Recent bicycle distributions to schools across Sierra Leone

30-minute walking distance
30-minute biking distance
Lengekoro Junior & Senior Secondary School 170 bikes
Koinadugu District
Northern Province
October 2024
Lengekoro School location map
Koromasalaia Junior & Senior Secondary School 161 bikes
Falaba District
Northern Province
October 2024
Koromasalaia School location map
SDA Junior & Senior Secondary School 100 bikes
Tonkolili District (Makali)
Northern Province
October 2024
SDA School location map
Kandor BDEC Primary School 70 bikes
Bo District
Southern Province
February 2025
Kandor BDEC School location map
Kpakuma Primary School 70 bikes
Bo District
Southern Province
February 2025
Kpakuma School location map
Buma Ansarul Islamic Primary School 60 bikes
Bo District
Southern Province
February 2025
Buma Ansarul School location map
Musaia Movement of Faith Islamic Primary 60 bikes
Falaba District
Northern Province
March 2025
Musaia School location map
Madina Primary School 58 bikes
Falaba District
Northern Province
October 2024
Madina School location map
Robis Primary School 50 bikes
Tonkolili District
Northern Province
October 2024
Robis School location map
Maforeka Primary & Junior Secondary 50 bikes
Tonkolili District
Northern Province
October 2024
Maforeka School location map
FAWE Junior Secondary School 40 bikes
Koinadugu District (Kabala)
Northern Province
March 2025
FAWE School location map

Recent Activity

Latest updates from our collection and distribution programs

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180 Bicycles Distributed Across Six Schools in Sierra Leone
Students who previously walked up to 10 miles a day now have bicycles, thanks to bikes from Re-Cycle and Working Bikes Chicago.
Nov–Dec 2025 πŸ“ Multiple Districts, Sierra Leone
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60 Bicycles Distributed to Buma Ansarul Islamic Primary School
Students in Bo District now have reliable transportation to reach their classrooms.
Feb 2025 πŸ“ Bo District, Sierra Leone
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500 Bicycles Arrive at Ghana Office
Major container shipment unloaded and assessed β€” 500 bikes destined for communities in northwestern Ghana.
Feb 2025 πŸ“ Ghana
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125 Bikes Collected at Portland Community Event
Local volunteers gathered donated bicycles for shipment to West Africa.
Jan 2025 πŸ“ Portland, Oregon
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170 Bicycles Distributed to Lengekoro School
Our largest single-school distribution helps students travel up to 15km to class.
Oct 2024 πŸ“ Koinadugu District, Sierra Leone
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200 Bikes Collected from London Partner Organizations
UK collection drive brings in quality bicycles from corporate partners.
Oct 2024 πŸ“ London, UK
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161 Bicycles Distributed to Koromasalaia School
Remote community in Falaba District receives transportation support for students.
Oct 2024 πŸ“ Falaba District, Sierra Leone
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Container Shipment Arrives in Freetown
40-foot container with 450 bicycles cleared customs and ready for distribution.
Sep 2024 πŸ“ Freetown, Sierra Leone

Our Impact

Since 1999, Village Bicycle Project has been transforming lives through sustainable transportation.

142K+
Bikes Distributed
23.5K+
People Trained
4.2K+
Women Learned to Ride
61.5K+
Tools Distributed