Bike Match Gilroy

Moments like this are why I serve the community as a Commissioner for the Gilroy Bicycle Pedestrian Commission. OJ Macias and I are Dad's at El Roble Elementary.  He contacted me because his family had three bikes and a co-pilot trailer bike and they wanted to donate to a family in need.  With some elbow grease, new parts, and my friend Jorge Mendoza we were able to find a family that has been wanting bicycles for their kids since Christmas. This is why I do community engagement throughout the year. To be able to capture and respond to moments like this.  Thank you OJ Macias for donating and to Jorge Mendoza for finding us the perfect family.  Specialized Bicycles last forever as you can see! https://bit.ly/BikeMatch 
#BikeMatchGilroy

If you find yourself cleaning out that garage while sheltering in place and find some bicycles in working condition that you want to donate, reach out to me and I'll help find a good home in Gilroy for it.

After watching a League of American Bicyclists webinar on YouTube yesterday featuring a program called #BikeMatch from Transportation Alternatives out of New York, I realized I was doing something similar.  They open sourced their program, and I launched it last night.  I am still accepting kids bikes too.

Video Link- https://youtu.be/vOqobG0IikQ?t=524 (Some of the #GilroyBPAC met host Ken at California Bicycle Coalition Bike Summit 2019)

In Gilroy & Morgan Hill, CA, bicycles are essential transportation for many who need to get around during the coronavirus outbreak. This might include traveling to essential jobs, running crucial errands, or participating in mutual aid for vulnerable people who cannot leave their homes. I am connecting Gilroy & Morgan Hill residents who have an extra bicycle to Gilroy & Morgan Hill residents who need one. Whether you have a bike or need a bike, fill out the form below, and we will match you.  If your bike to give needs a little TLC before it’s ready for a new home, please consider reaching out to a local bike shop to service it. https://bit.ly/BikeMatch