About Us
The Southeast Portland Bike Library aims to increase access to low- and no-cost bikes to underserved families, improve health and well-being, and create safer streets and neighborhoods for all community members.
Our Mission
To promote safe, fun, active transportation for families in inner SE Portland, centered around the Abernethy Elementary School catchment area. We will primarily achieve this by providing access to bikes via a lending library.
Our Vision
"A community where every family has the opportunity to walk, bike, roll around their neighborhood safely and enjoyably."
Board of Directors
Our Programs
Bike Lending Library
Borrow quality bikes for your family at low or no cost.
Goal: By the end of Q1 2026, have five high-quality bikes in circulation.
Infrastructure Improvements
Advocating for covered bike parking at Abernethy Elementary.
Goal: Secure covered bike parking that serves as the library's home base.
High School Mentoring
Integrating high school students into library operations.
Goal: Provide meaningful community service opportunities for young people.
Our Legal Foundation
Portland Bike Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Oregon. As a public benefit nonprofit, we are committed to serving underserved families in our community.
Your donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We maintain general liability insurance to protect our volunteers and participants.
In accordance with our bylaws, in the event of dissolution, our assets would be distributed to another 501(c)(3) organization with a similar mission.
Support Our Mission
We rely on donations, grants, and community support to keep bikes rolling for families in SE Portland.
Donate a Bike
Have a bike in good condition? We'd love to add it to our library or sell it to fund our programs.
Financial Support
Tax-deductible donations help us maintain bikes, acquire new ones, and expand our reach.
Volunteer
Help with bike maintenance, event coordination, or administrative tasks. Every bit helps!
Contact us at contact@portlandbikelibrary.org to get involved.