Giving the Homeless a Lift - One Bike at a Time
Our MISSION
Rusty’s Bicycle Recycle is a 100% volunteer organization, no employees. We repair donated bicycles and deliver them to partner charities who serve the unhoused, including homeless veterans and foster children. Many of our volunteers have been associated with the organization since its inception. Our charity relies on Public Support and donations to repair and deliver donated bicycles.
Workshop
Our bike mechanics provided over 1,700 bicycles to the unhoused and needy in the Orlando area during 2022. We are on target to provide over 2000 bicycles in 2023. Rusty’s Bicycle Recycle is located in Longwood, Florida, which is in northern Greater Orlando Metropolitan area.
Get Involved
Contact us to donate your unused bicycles, or to volunteer your time.
We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, and your donations are tax-deductible.
Giving the Homeless a Lift - One Bike at a Time
Our Customers:
We provide bicycles, parts, and maintenance to the impoverished peoples of Greater Orlando, so that:
- They may conduct their affairs with greater dignity and quality of life.
- Adults may increase their effective geographical radius for employment opportunities.
- Children may overcome barriers to education and enrichment.
What we do:
In addition to our repair and refurbishing activities out of our workshop location, Rusty’s Bicycle Recycle also:
- Hold periodic repair “Bike Day” events at shelters or other locations where social services are offered
- Distribute bike-related consumables, such as running lights and locks
- Hold elementary students classroom repair lessons, to create the next generation of conscientious citizens and problem solvers
