Wish for Wheels: Build A Bike For Charity Transforming lives one bike at a time through community-powered giving
The Power of a Bike: More Than Just Wheels A Legacy of Giving Since 2004, Wish for Wheels has gifted 90,000+ brand new bikes and helmets to 2nd graders in underserved communities across America. For many children, this is their first bike 4 a symbol of freedom, confidence, and endless adventure. Founded by Brad Appel with a simple but powerful vision:
every child deserves the joy and independence a bike brings.
Our BIG Wish: 2 Million+ Bikes for Title I 2nd Graders
2M+
90K+
100%
Children in Need
Bikes Delivered
Pure Joy
7- and 8-year-olds in
Brand new bikes and
The impact when every
Title I schools across the
helmets gifted since
Title I 2nd grader
United States waiting for
2004 to underserved
receives the gift of
their first bike
communities
independence and adventure
Imagine the transformative power of an entire state's 2nd graders riding confidently into a brighter, more active future. That's the vision driving Wish for Wheels forward every day.
Team Build & Give: Philanthropy Meets Employee Engagement Build Together
Strengthen Bonds
Create Magic
Unique team-building events where your
Enhance communication, collaboration, and
Hand-deliver bikes, fit helmets, and teach
organization assembles bikes for deserving
morale through meaningful shared purpose
kids to ride 4 creating unforgettable
local children
moments for everyone
This isn't just another corporate event. It's an opportunity to make a real, tangible difference while building stronger teams and deeper connections among your employees.
How It Works: We Handle the Details, You Build the Bonds 01
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We Coordinate Everything
You Show Up Ready
Wish for Wheels arranges all supplies, secures locations, establishes school
Your team arrives prepared to build bikes, connect with kids, and celebrate the
partnerships, and manages comprehensive event planning
joy of giving back to your community
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Nationwide Availability
Experience the Impact
Events offered coast to coast 4 from Hawaii to New York 4 customized to your
Watch faces light up as children receive their bikes, learn to ride, and discover
organization's size, goals, and budget
newfound freedom and confidence
Our turnkey approach means zero stress for your team. We've perfected the process through hundreds of successful events, ensuring smooth execution and maximum impact every time.
Real Impact: Stories from the Field Weld County Volunteers
Corporate Team Leader
"Witnessing 271 second graders receive their first bikes was
"Our employee engagement scores increased significantly after
incredible. The pure joy on their faces and the newfound sense
our Wish for Wheels event. The team felt a renewed sense of
of independence was worth every moment."
purpose and connection."
Every Bike Builds a Better Future Each bicycle represents far more than transportation 4 it's a gateway to: Physical activity and healthier lifestyles Independence and self-confidence Exploration of neighborhoods and nature Learning responsibility and bike safety Growing into empowered young adults
The ripple effect extends beyond the child to families, schools, and entire communities. A bike changes everything.
Join Us: Make Your Organization Part of the Movement Individual Bike Sponsorship
Full Class Build Event
Partner Collaboration
Fund an entire class build featuring
Invite clients, vendors, and partners
Sponsor a bike and helmet for $200
75-100 bikes and create an
to participate for enhanced brand
4 give one child the gift of freedom
unforgettable day for your team
loyalty and amplified community
and adventure
and community
impact
Simple & Rewarding
Ready to get started? Our team will work with you
Tax-deductible donations maximize your contribution
to design the perfect Build & Give event that aligns
Turnkey event support from planning to execution
with your organizational values and budget.
Meaningful CSR initiative that employees truly care about Measurable community impact with lasting visibility
Let's Build Wheels, Build Hope, and Build Futures Together Build Together
Change Lives
Fulfill the Vision
Your team's hands-on effort creates powerful
Give children the independence, confidence, and
Together we can achieve the BIG Wish and reach
memories and meaningful connections
joy they deserve
every Title I 2nd grader
Ready to ride into impact? Visit wishforwheels.org and start your Build & Give journey today. Every bike built is a life changed. Every moment matters. Every child deserves this gift.
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