About Us
Portland Bike Library aims to increase access to low- and no-cost bikes to underserved families in inner Southeast Portland, 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 an Oregon nonprofit public benefit corporation. We have applied for federal tax-exempt recognition as a 501(c)(3) organization and are awaiting determination from the IRS. Once recognition is granted, donations made on or after our incorporation date will be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law (the IRS recognition is generally retroactive to the date of incorporation, but please consult your tax advisor).
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
Donations help us maintain bikes, acquire new ones, and expand our reach. Once our 501(c)(3) recognition is granted, contributions will be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Volunteer
Help with bike maintenance, event coordination, or administrative tasks. Every bit helps!
Contact us at contact@portlandbikelibrary.org to get involved.