816 Bicycle Collective

816 Bike Collective is a collective of individuals from diverse backgrounds working on a volunteer basis to rescue and repair bicycles. They believe in empowerment through education and support the use of bicycles as a healthy and ecological means of transportation.

Their Mission:

1. To gather and repair bicycles that would otherwise be disposed of, disregarded or destroyed
2. To distribute these bicycles to those who need them in exchange for donated time, resources or revenue – dependent on each individuals needs and means.
3. To increase the amount of people who ride bikes and time spent riding.
4. To educate the various communities in Kansas City about bicycles: including mechanics, maintenance, safety, and the potential solutions to related social and environmental issues.
5. To empower individuals by providing the education, materials and skills that facilitate self-reliant transportation.
6. To foster a sense of respect and community among participants that will extend to the greater Kansas City communities.
7. As a collective, we will never exclude or deny any individual or group based on race, class, gender, sexuality, age, ability, or any other aspect of their identity in word or deed. If you can assist us in any way, (i.e. tools, bikes, time, legal services, etc)

Eco abet is working with 816 Bike Collective to revovate thier recently bought building in Troost.