Durham Bicycle Cooperative

The Durham Bicycle Cooperative is a non-profit community organization dedicated to promoting cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation and fostering community engagement through bicycle-related activities. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization, focusing on charitable and educational purposes.

Mission

The cooperative aims to improve local communities by emphasizing environmental sustainability, economic accessibility, and social equality. Key aspects of their mission include:

• Bicycle Repair Facility: Operating a physical space for bicycle repair, open to members and the broader community.
• Teaching Repair Skills: Offering workshops and hands-on training to empower individuals to maintain their own bicycles.
• Bicycle Recovery and Redistribution: Accepting donations of unwanted bicycles, which are then made available at low cost or in exchange for volunteer work.
• Mobile Repair Clinics: Organizing mobile clinics to provide free repair services across different locations.
• Recycling and Reuse: Ensuring that unusable parts are recycled to avoid waste.
• Community Events: Hosting social events and bike rides to promote cycling culture and build community connections.
• Collaboration: Partnering with other non-profits to support shared goals.

Operations

As an all-volunteer organization, the Durham Bicycle Cooperative relies on contributions and community support. Financial reports indicate that contributions make up a significant portion of their revenue, with additional income from the sale of refurbished bicycles and inventory.

Community Impact

The cooperative plays a vital role in Durham by providing accessible and affordable bicycle services. Through its programs, it not only supports environmental sustainability but also fosters a sense of community among local residents.

See Also

• Bicycle Cooperative
• 501(c)(3) Organization