What It Is

The Park Hill Bike Depot is a 501c3, non-profit organization which aims to equitably increase active living opportunities that contribute to the overall improvement of individual and community health. Residents of Park Hill and surrounding neighborhoods can earn a used bike, become skilled at repairing bikes, take a bike safety class, or participate in a variety of wellness programs.

Park Hill Thriving Communities, a LiveWell Colorado initiative, partnered with Recycle Bicycles, the Denver City Bike Planner, local business representatives, Denver Parks and Recreation, and Park Hill residents to build and staff the Park Hill Bike Depot.

Mission

The Park Hill Bike Depot supports health and active living by increasing access to bicycles, promoting safe, bike-friendly environments and advocating for policies that promote bicycle access and use.

Programs and Services

The Park Hill Bike Depot aims to improve health, build skills and foster personal development of youth and adults through community-oriented educational and recreational bicycle programs and services, including:

• Refurbishing gently used, donated bicycles
• Redirecting donated bicycles for use in community programs
• Providing bike safety education and bike riding instruction programs
• Offering community Earn-A-Bike programs for Park Hill and surrounding communities

Area residents of all ages and abilities who are in need of a bike and can't otherwise afford one can earn a bike at The Bike Depot by completing the following:

• Attend a basic bike safety and maintenance class
• Complete community service time through various activities
• Choose a bike and complete basic adjustments and repairs.
• Get fitted for and receive a bicycle helmet