Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange
Palo Alto, California
Encouraging communities to choose bicycles for a sustainable future by: Creating access to affordable, healthy transportation: We provide refurbished, donated bicycles to people in need, ensuring equitable access and promoting healthier living and environmental responsibility. Building cycling knowledge and confidence: We teach bicycle repair in a hands-on, diverse, respectful, and supportive environment. Fostering a culture of reuse and recycling: We divert donated bicycles and parts from landfills, extending the lifespan of these resources.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lives through cycling. Founded in 1993, SVBE began as a repair service for clients of the Mountain View Community Services Agency. Today, we operate a community bike shop in Palo Alto, California, where we refurbish donated bicycles and provide bicycle repair training.
Our mission is twofold: to provide accessible transportation options for those in need and to foster a community of cycling ... Read More
